Carson Benge Joins Mets, Ready for Opening Day

0:00It's March 24th. Welcome to New York Met's News Today. AI-powered coverage of your squad. I'm Cory with the story. The New York Met's have added rookie outfielder Carson Benj to their opening day roster for the 2026 season. This fast-rising prospect earned his spot after a standout spring training, where he hit 366 with solid on base and slugging numbers over. 46 played appearances, including a double, a triple and a stolen base. Benj was selected 19th overall in the 2024 draft by the Met's. Right after getting picked, he took batting practice at City Field, feeling his dream of playing there for real. Manager Carlos Mendoza shared the exciting call-up moment on social media Tuesday. Fans love seeing the genuine reaction, as Benjay learned, he'd made the big lead team after all his hard work. Now a full-fledged Major Liger, Benjay starts in Rightfield Thursday when the Met's host the Pittsburgh Pirates at 115 PM Eastern on NBC, and Peacock.

1:03Baseball's full of these heartwarming roster additions right now, and Benjay's story sets the tone for what could be a bright start to his career.