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Mets Add Former Houston Astros Top Prospect

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Michael DeRosa | Last updated Apr 2, 2025 5:32 PM ET

In late March, the Houston Astros made the tough decision to release first baseman Jon Singleton. This was after the 33-year-old slugger did not make the Astros' Opening Day roster.

Singleton struggled at the plate during Spring Training with the Astros, posting zero home runs, two RBIs, 10 strikeouts, and a .171 batting average in 17 games. With this, the Astros opted to move on from the Harbor City, California native.

Now, after a week on the free-agent market, Singleton has found his new home. The four-year MLB veteran has signed a minor-league contract with the New York Mets. In addition, the Mets announced that Singleton will report to Triple-A Syracuse.

With the Mets needing more depth, it is understandable that they have added an experienced player like Singleton on this minor-league deal. At a minimum, he will provide their Triple-A squad with another player who has played at the major league level. However, if he impresses with Syracuse, the possibility of him being selected to the Mets' roster should not be ruled out.

Singleton, 33, appeared in 119 games this past season with the Astros, posting 13 home runs, 42 RBIs, and a .234 batting average. This was after he had two home runs, 12 RBIs, and a .165 batting average in 36 games split between the Milwaukee Brewers and Astros in 2023.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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