Carson Benge Joins Mets, Debuts vs Skenes

0:00It's March 24th. This is New York meds news today, driven by AI your team, nonstop. The New York meds have locked in their top outfield prospect, Carson Benj, for the opening day roster in 2026. The 23-year-old, ranked number 16 overall by MLB pipeline, will start in right field when they face the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday. This move became official on Monday after veteran Mike Talkman suffered a meniscus tear that needs surgery. Letters like Joel Sherman have predicted it, and Benjay's calm demeanor during the wait sealed the deal. Metz fans are buzzing about the rookie, a 2024 first-round pick, ready for his big leak shot. His poise on and off the field has everyone optimistic about his early impact. In the minors last year, Benj hit 281 with 15 homeruns, 73 RBIs and 22 stolen bases over 116 games. He added 15 hits in 41 spring at bats, showing enough pop to earn the spot.

1:00Expect a platoon set up with Tyrone Taylor against lefties, and Benj tore the bottom of the lineup to ease him in. His debut at bat comes against National League-sai young winner Paul Schienes, giving him a real test right away as the season unfolds.