Mets, Davis agree to avoid arbitration

The Mets and Ike Davis have agreed to a one year deal worth $3.125 million, therefore avoiding arbitration. MLB Trade Rumors predicted that Davis would earn $2.8 million through the arbitration process, and he still has three more years of arbitration eligibility before he can become a free agent. In 2012, Davis hit .227 with 32 home runs and 90 RBI in 584 plate appearances. 

Paying $3.2 million for Davis is a very fair price in my mind. Davis still has a lot of room for improvement, but I expect great things from him in 2013. The batting average is going to need to go up, and he needs to cut down the strike outs. He also needs to avoid long slumps like he had last season, because that is ultimately what held him back for the first half of the season. If Davis has a strong 2013 season, look for the club to lock him up to an extension before he gets too expensive.