Carson Benge keeps displaying what Mets like in spring games with ‘tough decisions’ ahead

Summary: The New York Mets are having an eventful spring training filled with rising stars and surprising injuries. Young prospect Carson Benge is playing great defense and hitting well, hoping to earn a spot on the Opening Day team. His manager loves that he is a quiet, focused player.

However, the team's pitching took a big hit. Pitcher Justin Hagenman was placed on the 60-day injured list with a fractured rib. He complained of soreness after a game on March 5, but the team isn't exactly sure how the bone broke. On a brighter note, star shortstop Francisco Lindor is recovering well from surgery on his left hand (hamate bone) last month. He is already practicing his hitting and hopes to be ready for Opening Day. The team also added pitcher Richard Lovelady to the roster.

Source: New York Post URL: nypost.com/2026/03/15/sports/carson-benge-keeps-displaying-what-mets-like-in-spring-games/ (opens in new tab)