Mets Snag Ibanez, Boost Infield Depth

0:00It's April 30th. You're listening to New York Met's News Today, AI-powered coverage of your team. I'm Cory with the story. The New York Met's just snagged infielder Andy Ebenez off waivers from the Oakland athletics on Thursday afternoon. This 33-year-old Cuban baller brings some solid experience to the squad, and they had an open spot on the 40-man roster after designating, reliever Carl Edwards Jr. for assignment. Ebenez broke out big time with the Detroit Tigers last year, slashing 264 over 312 with 433, smashing 11 homers, and driving in 41 runs. He first hit the majors back in 2021 with the Texas Rangers. Earlier this week, the athletics cut him loose via designation for assignment after he managed just two hits in 18 played appearances, though he only struck out twice. Those are buzzing about whether this adds depth or sparks to turn around for the Met's infield woes. To get him on the act of roster, the Met's got to make another move since he's out of

1:02minor league options. At minimum, Ebenez offers versatility across second base, shortstop, and third base, giving manager Carlos Mendoza flexible pieces amid injuries. Word is, this claim shores up bench options without costing prospects, keeping the Met's in playoff hunt mode as they grind through the summer stretch.