Mets Prospect Nolan McLean Ranks No. 6 on MLB Pipeline Top 100, Set for WBC

Nolan McLean, the Mets' top pitching prospect, is ranked No. 6 overall on MLB Pipeline's Top 100 preseason list for 2026, the highest for a Mets prospect since 2023. In his 2025 big league debut, he posted a 2.06 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, and 57 strikeouts across 48.0 innings over eight starts. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is excited for McLean to pitch for Team USA in the WBC, anticipating the experience will greatly benefit his development by playing with and against top international talent.