Nolan McLean Ranked Top Mets Prospect, Shows MLB Promise

Nolan McLean, the Mets' #1 prospect, is emerging as a significant pitching talent. After converting to a full-time pitcher in 2024, he made his MLB debut in 2025, posting a 2.44 ERA with 57 strikeouts in 48.0 innings across 8 starts, remaining under rookie limits. The 24-year-old right-hander features a six-pitch mix, including a mid-90s fastball, a plus sweeping slider (30.2% Whiff% in Triple-A), and a plus curveball (50% Whiff% in MLB). His velocity, sinker command, and overall growth in 2025 position him for a breakout season.