The New York Mets' Opening Day roster is nearly all but set after their latest announcement on the position player side.
"We just told him that he will be playing right field on Thursday for the New York Mets," Mendoza said, Benge, 23, slashed .366/.435/.439 with a .879 OPS and five RBI in 14 Grapefruit League games. This did not include his home run in an exhibition game against Team Israel.
Benge had the chance to make the Mets in spring training and he ultimately snatched the opportunity in front of him. He will be the first Mets' rookie position player to make their major league debut on Opening Day since first baseman Pete Alonso in 2019. Benge looked very poised at the plate in the spring and also played a more than solid right field. The youngster showcased his strong arm in the outfield as well. Benge will start in an outfield that includes superstar Juan Soto in left field and Luis Robert Jr. in center field.Pat Ragazzo is the main publisher and reporter for the Mets On SI site. He has been covering the Mets since 2018. Pat was selected as The Top Reporter & Publisher of the Year 2024 by the International Association of Top Professionals for outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to the industry. He has appeared on several major TV Networks including: NBC4, CBS2, FOX5, PIX11 and NY1; and is a recurring guest on ESPN New York 880 AM and WFAN Sports Radio 101.9 FM. Pat is also the Mets insider for Barstool Sports personality Frank "The Tank" Fleming’s podcast. You can follow him on Twitter/X and Instagram: @ragazzoreport.
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