Mark Hale of the New York Post reports that the Mets are currently the front-runners to sign free agent right-hander Claudio Vargas. The report states that the deal could be done as early as tomorrow.

Vargas’ agent, Bean Stringfellow, told The Post today that the Mets have offered Vargas a Triple-A deal and are one of four teams in the hunt. Stringfellow confirmed, though, that the Mets are the favorite.

He would likely get a few starts in the minors before his name is even mentioned as a possible call-up.

Vargas, 29, went 11-6 with a 5.09 ERA in 29 games (23 starts) with Milwaukee last season.

I am happy with this move. Whether the pitcher is good or bad, it’s just another arm that can toss innings, which is what the Mets desperately need when it comes to depth at the position.