Brett Baty, Mark Vientos, and Francisco Alvarez at one time were considered the future of the New York Mets. They were once known as the “Baby Mets,” and it looked as if a bright future lay ahead for them. They all would make their debuts in 2022, and fans were excited to see these guys play for the next 10-15 years. Sadly, with nothing to show for it and not much development since they have been in the majors, it seems as if Mets fans are ready to move on from the former “future” of the team, and rightfully so.
Why It Is Time To Move On From The “Baby Mets”
The “Baby Mets” Have Shown No Sign Of Improvement
Since being called up four seasons ago, each of these three players has had one solid season. Baty had a breakout year in 2025, setting career highs in average, Home Runs, and RBIs. Vientos had a dominant 2024 season, hitting 27 homers and posting a phenomenal postseason, where he hit .327, had five bombs, and 14 RBIs. Lastly, Alvarez had a solid rookie year, where he would go on to hit 25 homers in 2023. Sadly, it seemed as though these guys were just one-hit wonders, as they have not been able to create those same results from their once-upon-a-time seasons.
These Mets Have Not Had Much Of An Impact This Year
So far this season, Baty is hitting .212 with three homers and 26 RBIs and has just had absolutely no impact at all when he is in the lineup. Vientos seems to have fallen out of the lineup, as his playing time has diminished. In 68 games with the Mets this season, he has a slash line of .214/.255/.388, with ten homers and 33 RBIs to go along with it. While his power seems to be there from past seasons, his below-average defense and low hitting numbers are what have kept and will continue to keep him out of the lineup.
Alvarez has not looked as bad as the previous two at the plate, hitting .249 with eight homers and 18 RBIs in just 54 games played. However, he does lead the MLB in grounding into double plays, having done that 11 times this season. The other big issue with Alvarez is his availability. He has a history of injuries so far at just 24 years old. Some of those past injuries include a thumb sprain, a fractured hamate bone, ligament damage in his right thumb, and a meniscus tear that he suffered earlier this season. Sometimes the best ability is availability, and that has been something Alvarez has not had, sadly.
The Mets Need To Decide On This Trio’s Future With The Team
Whether it’s at the deadline or during the offseason, with a lockout impending, the Mets need to decide what they will do with this trio of Baty, Vientos, and Alvarez. With the issues of the team and not enough producing from these guys, it draws the question of how many more chances will these guys get before it’s time to move on. How long will it be before Stearns has grown impatient with these guys?
With Alvarez’ injury history and Baty and Vientos’ inability to be productive in this lineup, it may not be long before one of these guys are moved or all three are moved on from. There are a lot of decisions the Mets have to make with the deadline and offseason coming up, as it seems they will be punting on this season. The futures of the “Baby Mets” may be up in the air soon enough if they don’t show any signs of hope for the future for this franchise.
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