Do the Mets finally have their long-term third baseman figured out?

The New York Mets are preparing for a busy offseason filled with questions about their pitching staff, but one area they can finally feel confident about is third base. After years of uncertainty and inconsistent production at the position, Brett Baty’s 2025 campaign offered the kind of progress the front office has been hoping to see. At just 25 years old, Baty looks ready to cement himself as a long-term piece of the Mets’ infield core.

This past season, Baty played 130 games and slashed .254/.313/.435 with 18 home runs, good for a 111 wRC+. That level of production put him above league average offensively and showed clear growth from his earlier struggles. He was more consistent with his timing, drove the ball with authority, and started to show the kind of approach that made him a top