The New York Mets can’t afford another season with a revolving door in center field. That position was a glaring weakness throughout 2025, one that helped keep the team out of October. Tyrone Taylor, Jose Siri, Cedric Mullins, Luisangel Acuña, and Jeff McNeil all had opportunities, yet none could consistently provide the right mix of offense, defense, and stability. The result was an offensive void in the middle of the outfield — a hole that now sits at the top of the Mets’ offseason to-do list.

A promising prospect, but not quite ready

Some inside the organization view Carson Benge as the long-term answer. The young outfielder tore up Double-A pitching with a 184 wRC+, showcasing elite plate discipline and power. But the jump to Triple-A proved humbling — his production plummeted to a 5

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