Mets Promote Mark Vientos
2 years agoNew York Mets corner infield prospect Mark Vientos has been recalled by team on Wednesday. Vientos, 23, has torn the cover off the ball for Triple-A Syracuse with a .333 batting average to go along with 13 homers and 37 RBI. It was only a matter of time before forcing his way onto the roster, but the struggling Mets have finally gave in. Vientos historically has struggled with swing and misses in his career, but has made a drastic improvement this season and improved his overall strikeout rate significantly. The right-handed power hitter got a cup of coffee with the Mets last season and hit .167 with one home run and three RBI over 36 at-bats. Pete Alonso has first base covered, but Vientos is a natural third baseman and could platoon with fellow rookie Brett Baty and also see time as a designated hitter or even in the outfield. The Mets didn't bring him up to ride the bench and he should see plenty of at-bats in his future. Due to his immense power, he is worthy of a speculative add in all formats.
Source: Jeff Passen
Source: Jeff Passen