An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Francisco Alvarez ranks only in MLB’s fifth percentile for blocking balls in the dirt and has been league average in throwing out base stealers, Image 2 shows Mark Vientos has struggled offensively this season adjusting to playing first base on an almost regular basis, Image 3 shows Bretty Baty's strikeout percentage and hard-hit ball rate have been problematic for the Mets

Event Overview

Mets need to see better production from struggling youngsters who were once the future

Updated 3 hours ago
New York Post
Fox News
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Mets need better production from a group of formerly touted prospects, including Francisco Alvarez, Brett Baty, Mark Vientos and Ronny Mauricio, who have recently struggled and posted a negative combined bWAR. Mauricio moved to shortstop after Lindor’s IL stint, and the team has suffered through late-season stretches and an 18th loss in 22 games. A 10-inning loss to the Angels featured missed challenges and squandered scoring opportunities, while minor-league results showed pitcher Jonah Tong delivering six one-hit innings in a Syracuse start. Across outlets, injuries to Mauricio and varying roster moves underscore the ongoing struggle to sustain offense and depth amid poor results.

What This Means

Concrete downstream impact cited: Mauricio’s injury forces an IL placement and potential shortstop replacement, Mauricio’s move affecting infield depth and lineup; Mets losses piling up (18 of 22) signaling ongoing stakes for team standing and depth in 2026 season, per New York Post reporting.

Original Reporting (5)
An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Francisco Alvarez ranks only in MLB’s fifth percentile for blocking balls in the dirt and has been league average in throwing out base stealers, Image 2 shows Mark Vientos has struggled offensively this season adjusting to playing first base on an almost regular basis, Image 3 shows Bretty Baty's strikeout percentage and hard-hit ball rate have been problematic for the Mets
New York Post
New York Post
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5/3/2026

Mets need to see better production from struggling youngsters who were once the future

ANAHEIM, Calif. — They were once core four prospects and considered the Mets’ future, but these days Francisco Alvarez, Brett Baty, Mark Vientos and Ronny Mauricio are an overall reflection of the team’s disappointing play. Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows A dejected Bo Bichette walks off the field as the Angels celebrate in the background after their 4-3, 10-inning win over the Mets on May 2, 2026 in Anahiem, Calif. , Image 2 shows Former Yankee Oswald Peraza leaps into the air after hitting tghe game-winning RBI single in the 10th inning of the Mets' loss to the Angels
New York Post
New York Post
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5/3/2026

Mets waste numerous chances in 10-inning loss to Angels

ANAHEIM, Calif. — For a second straight night the Mets rallied from an early deficit, but this time there wasn’t a postgame celebration. Opportunities were wasted Saturday, including a replay challenge that the Mets didn’t issue, which would have subtracted the Angels’ first run. Along with them went the Mets’ chances.

New York Mets pitcher Jonah Tong throws a pitch during spring training.
New York Post
New York Post
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5/3/2026

Struggling Jonah Tong tosses six one-hit innings at Triple-A in encouraging Mets sign

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Jonah Tong’s first month at Triple-A Syracuse this season hardly went smoothly, but Saturday was something he could appreciate. Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. The Mets pitching prospect fired a.

An image collage containing 1 images, Image 1 shows Nolan Schanuel dives to first after Ronny Mauricio dives safely into the base for an infield hit in the seventh inning of the Mets' 4-3, 10-inning loss to the Angels on May 2, 2026 in Anaheim, Calif. Unfortunately for the Mets, Mauricio fractured his left thumb and is headed to the IL
New York Post
New York Post
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5/3/2026

Ronny Mauricio fractures left thumb and is headed to the IL

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Mets need a replacement for their replacement at shortstop. Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Ronny Mauricio is headed to the injured list, according to manager Carlos Mendoza, after he fractured.

Mets broadcaster needles team after batter fails to break bat over his knee in frustration
Fox News5/3/2026

Mets broadcaster needles team after batter fails to break bat over his knee in frustration

Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. When you’re in a slump, the smallest things seem to never go right. The New York Mets are in that position currently. New York is 11-22, 12.5 games behind the National League East-leading Atlanta Braves and losers of six out of.