The New York Mets added some interesting pitching depth via free agency this weekend. They've signed a right-handed pitcher named Daniel Duarte to a contract. The signing was reported on MLB.com's transactions page, with it noted first by MLB Trade Rumors.

The Mets moved on from the majority of their coaching staff after the 83-79 season — including bench coach John Gibbons, hitting coaches Jeremy Barnes and Eric Chavez, pitching coaches Jeremy Hefner and Desi Druschel, and base coaches Mike Sarbaugh and Antoan Richardson.

The New York Mets and San Diego Padres are reportedly in trade discussions despite the respective stars of each team being left out of negotiations.

This exercise highlights the need for something big — something that goes against the grain of what the Mets have indicated this offseason.

The New York Mets have finalized a two-year, $40 million deal with former All-Star infielder Jorge Polanco to play first base and designated hitter.

The New York Mets need an outfielder and could acquire one in a trade with the San Diego Padres by parting with David Peterson.