The New York Mets made another splash on Wednesday, trading for star pitcher Freddy Peralta to headline their rotation.

In his first full season in professional ball in 2025, Benge slashed .281/.385/.472 with 15 home runs, 25 doubles, seven triples, and 22 stolen bases across three levels -- finishing up with 24 games for Triple-A Syracuse.

The Mets signed center fielder Luis Robert Jr. from the White Sox even though he has suffered a massive dip offensively.

The projected New York Mets starting lineup after the trade for Luis Robert Jr.

ESPN writer reveals if Mets are better in 2026 than in 2025 after flurry of roster moves originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The New York Mets might have undergone the biggest roster overhaul this offseason of any team in Major League Baseball.

Combined with $765 million man Juan Soto and perpetual All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor, Bichette both lengthens and diversifies New York's lineup. Bichette banged out 181 hits in 139 games in 2025, and twice led the AL in hits, in 2021 (191) and 2022 (189).

A proposed New York Mets lineup by Bet MGM shows

New York Mets outfield prospect Carson Benge has a path to the Opening Day roster.

The Mets revamped their lineup this offseason, adding Freddie Peralta and key talents for a significant shift. Max Goodman joins to break down the offseason.