Mets looking at Brian Wilson

The Mets are showing strong interest in former Giants closer Brian Wilson. Sandy Alderson apparently watched Wilson throw yesterday in a private workout. San Francisco non-tendered Wilson a few weeks ago after he missed most of the 2012 season due to Tommy John surgery. The Giants are open to a reunion but are only willing to give him a one year deal based on incentives.

It is highly unlikely that the Mets are going to get Wilson for a minor league deal, so they are going to be reluctant to sign him. I, personally, would give him a two year deal if he desired one, but pushing for a one year deal perhaps makes more sense. His value is at a low point right now, and he knows that if he signs with New York, he'll get the opportunity to close games and bring his value back up for next winter.

Wilson wouldn't make the Mets contenders, but he would be a big upgrade over whoever is currently slated to be in the team's bullpen next year. He would probably take over as the closer since Francisco is as inconsistent and frustrating as you can get. 

The Mets have showed interest in plenty of players this off-season, but have yet to sign anyone to a major league contract. The interest level for Wilson seems very high, and I don't how many suitors he currently has, so perhaps he and his famous beard will be in Queens next year.