Going to the bullpen...it's all about economies of scale.
Friedman in LA has made just as many mistakes, arguably. $111 million to that pen and Scott/Treinen terrible, Yates il'ed. Not to mention the Conforto deal.
And the Mets do have that lockdown closer in the post season in Diaz, to go with a really strong Top 5/6 hitters.
Ofc Mets' problem is starting pitching.
Rookie McLean has been really solid and earned a spot in the post season rotation.