"He didn't fare all that well in Triple-A last year either, hitting just .207/.305/.267 with one homer, 12 doubles and three triples in 410 turns at the plate. However, Cheng is a plus runner who swiped 20 bags despite that paltry OBP, and he's also a capable defender at shortstop, second base and third base. The 5'8 lefty swinger also has an excellent eye at the plate, evidenced by a career 12.5% walk rate in the minors."
"Cheng still has a minor league option year remaining, so he adds some fleet-footed depth that can play decent default at multiple positions while providing quality plate discipline. There's no guarantee he sticks with the Mets all the way through spring training, but for now he can provide some cover in the event of injuries or the trade of a young infielder such as Mark Vientos, Luisangel Acuna or Ronny Mauricio."
The Mets claimed infielder Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers from the Rays and added him to the 40-man roster without an immediate corresponding move. Cheng, 24, debuted in the majors with the Pirates in 2025 and went hitless in seven plate appearances. He hit .207/.305/.267 in Triple-A last year with one homer, 12 doubles and three triples in 410 plate appearances. Cheng stole 20 bases despite a low OBP and can play shortstop, second and third. The 5'8" left-handed swinger has a 12.5% minor-league walk rate and retains a minor-league option, offering speed, plate discipline and emergency infield depth.
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