Brett Baty Expected to See Significant Third Base Time for Mets After Strong 2025 Season

Brett Baty is projected to receive "significant" playing time at third base for the New York Mets next season, according to president of baseball operations David Stearns. Stearns praised Baty's 2025 performance, stating he had a "really good year" and took "real steps forward" in his development. Baty posted a .748 OPS with 18 home runs and 50 RBI last season, playing both third and second base, and earned increasing opportunities throughout the year. While Stearns acknowledged it's early to finalize exact playing time allocations, Baty's strong showing has positioned him as a key internal candidate for the hot corner.