Mets sign Livan Hernandez to a Minor League deal

MLB.com reports the New York Mets have signed pitcher Livan Hernandez to a Minor League contract that could earn him up to $1 million if he makes the Major League roster. Hernandez will vie for the 5th starting spot in the rotation with Freddy Garcia, Jon Niese and Tim Redding. The soon-to-be 34 year old Hernandez produced a 13-11 record with a 6.05 ERA in 31 starts with the Rockies and Twins.