Mets Unveil Opening Day Lineup, New Talent Blends with Core

0:00It's March 26. Welcome in. This is New York Met's News Today, where team coverage meets AI. The New York Met's have revealed their opening day lineup for the 2026 season, with the game kicking off at 1.15 p.m. Eastern. They like time this afternoon. Leading things off as shortstop Francisco Lindor, followed by left-fielder Juan Soto in the two-hole, third baseman Boba Shed at three, and first. Baseman Jorge Polanco cleanup, center-fielder Luis Robert Jr. rounds out the heart of the order. The rest of the lineup features designated hitter Brett Badi at six, second baseman Marcus Simeon at seven, rookie-right-fielder Carson Benjian, eight, and catcher Francisco Alvarez bringing up the rear. On the mound for the Met's is starting pitcher Freddie Peralta, who set for his team debut. Fans aren't seeing any curveballs here, as every starter matched pre-season expectations, especially with top prospect Carson Benj, earning his spot on. The opening day roster after a strong spring. Several big

1:02off-season moves come to life today, including Peralta's arrival via major trade, plus newcomers, Baset, Polanco, Robert Jr. and Simeon all suiting up in Met's blue and orange for the first time. With so much new talent blending with the core, all eyes are on how this revamped squad performs right out of the gate as the season begins.