Carlos Mendoza Confirms Carson Benge as Opening Day Starter

Manager Carlos Mendoza has officially confirmed that prospect Carson Benge will be on the Opening Day roster as the team's starting right fielder. Benge, the Mets' first-round pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, earned the role following a standout spring training performance where he hit .366. Mendoza's announcement solidifies Benge's role in the lineup to start the 2026 season.