"I think evaluations in spring are always a bit fraught, and we know that, Stearns said of managing expectations with Benge. We want to see quality at-bats, we want to see him handle the outfield. It's also going to depend on what some other guys do, right? It's not all going to be dependent on how Carson looks. We're not going to get too preoccupied with surface line results one way or another, and we'll make the best decision"
"We've been consistent throughout the offseason that Carson is going to come to camp with a chance to make our team, Stearns said from spring training down in Port St. Lucie, FL. That remains the same."
"He's played a lot of right field during his time in the minor leagues, Stearns said. We're confident with him out there."
Carson Benge remains the Mets' No. 2 prospect and will receive chances to make the Opening Day roster in 2026. The organization moved him from left field to right field as part of a corner swap with Juan Soto. Benge logged 26 games in right last season and played mostly right field in college at Oklahoma State. Brett Baty will compete for at-bats in right while serving as a multi-infield utility option. Tyrone Taylor and MJ Melendez are bench candidates for outfield duty if Benge does not win the job. In 116 minor-league games, Benge slashed .281/.385/.472 with 15 homers, 73 RBI, and 22 steals. Spring evaluations will prioritize defense, quality at-bats, and comparative performances over surface line results.
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