FLYER: New York Mets Sign MJ Melendez to Compete in LF | Is This the Mets’ FINAL Offseason Move?
New York Mets create buzz by adding MJ Melendez to their outfield mix ahead of Spring Training.
With a crowded competition for the final bench spot, will Meléndez’s left-handed power earn him an unexpected role, or does Jared Young remain the frontrunner after a standout Triple-A season?
Ryan Finkelstein examines the Mets’ roster construction, weighing Melendez’s minor league contract against the strengths of candidates like Ronny Mauricio, Jose Ramos, and Jose Rojas.
Analysis centers on Melendez’s offensive decline, defensive limitations, and how the team needs to shape their bench strategy.
The episode covers remaining free agent targets, potential starting pitcher swaps, and bullpen questions—raising the stakes for the Mets as Opening Day nears.
Can New York’s lineup and pitching depth hold up, or are more surprising moves on the horizon?
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10 comments
I like the move, good depth piece if the kid doesn’t shine out of camp ,
Hits righties well and has home run power. Has a strong arm and can play LF. Pinch hitter vs righties spot LF starter.
The move is a big yawn. The guy is not any good.
Thanks Ryan!
Hey, a bit off topic here, what are your plans for spring training? I have tickets for the Mets/Yankees game on the 8th. Let’s grab a beer 👍
Anyone know when the new 2026 Spring Training caps will be out? I missed out last year and don’t want to lose out again.
Should have just signed miguel andujar.Sterns loves cheap reclamation projects.
One thing do not get .. It was about making defense so much better. Yet outside of Robert's every move has been the exact opposite. Two IF learning new position , back ups signed that are below average fielders…
A good 8- 10 starts from either Tong or Scott at AAA and they are coming up
Making moves. Definitely locked up 3rd in Division! Congrats Mets fans!
Why is he talking so fast
Yay!!! Another .200 batter who has way more strikeouts than hits.