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Monday, March 23, 2026

Carson Benge makes Mets opening Day


New York Mets prospect Carson Benge will be the club's starting right fielder to begin the 2026 season, the team announced Monday.

Benge is set to make his MLB debut Thursday versus the Pittsburgh Pirates on Opening Day.

The 23-year-old is the No. 2-ranked prospect in the Mets' minor-league system and No. 16 overall in baseball