Mets Sign Right-Hander Robert Stock to Contract

The New York Mets have signed right-hander Robert Stock to a one-year Major League contract. This split deal means his salary changes depending on whether he's on the active roster or in the minors. Stock is out of options, so if the Mets want to send him to Triple-A, they need to designate him for assignment. After surgery last March, he returned to the minors but needs to improve his 5.93 ERA.