Brett Baty: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 19

Mark Vientos, Brett Baty Showing Signs of Life

It’s been a rough start for two of the Mets’ young infielders fighting for a job. Mark Vientos undoubtedly earned it last year. After struggles in parts of two big league seasons, he enjoyed a breakout campaign that made him a fixture in the middle of the lineup as the Mets’ third baseman.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 19

Insider explains Mets 'issue' with Brett Baty trade market

New York Mets infielder Brett Baty produced an extremely solid spring training, which is shown by him finishing MLB's preseason with a .353 average, a 1.186 OPS, 4 home runs, and 11 RBIs in 50 plate appearances.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Mets' Carlos Mendoza Sends Clear Brett Baty Message After Cardinals Game

The New York Mets, who are 6-1 at home, have defended Citi Field as well as they could've hoped for to start the season. They beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-1 on Thursday thanks to Mark Vientos' first homer of the season, Brett Baby's RBI single, Francisco Lindor's two-run single, and lights-out pitching by Griffin Canning and company.

Pete Alonso News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 15

Luisangel Acuña Has Earned Playing Time Over Brett Baty

The battle between Luisangel Acuña and Brett Baty at second base is starting to take a side. For the first week or two, neither really separated themselves, at least at the plate.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 14

New York Mets' Brett Baty productive in start at third base

Brett Baty finally produced for the New York Mets in an 8-0 win against the Athletics on Sunday afternoon. The young infielder recorded his first RBI of the season and helped turn two double plays from third base.

New York Mets News / Legends On Deck / April 13

Mets’ Young Duo Vientos and Baty Break Through in 8-0 Win Over A’s

After the first 15 games of the 2025 season, the New York Mets are in first place in the NL East with a 10-5 record, just a game above the second place Philadelphia Phillies.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / April 13

Mets Star Sends 2-Word Message to Brett Baty Ahead of Team's Decision

Almost everyone was good for the New York Mets in their 8-0 demolition of the Athletics on Sunday, including struggling third baseman Brett Baty. The 25-year-old hit an RBI triple in the ninth inning, his first time driving in a run this season.

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / April 13

Mets Could Be Losing Patience With Former Top Prospect

The New York Mets entered the 2025 MLB season with Brett Baty as their starting second baseman thanks to Jeff McNeil beginning the year on the injured list with an oblique strain.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 10

Despite Team’s Hot Start, Key Mets Positions Raising Red Flags

If you had told any Mets fan that the team’s first homestand would end with five wins in six games, they’d take it in a heartbeat. Unfortunately, that didn’t stop a wave of rightful complaints from washing across the Mets universe following the team’s 5–0 loss to the Miami Marlins.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 10

Why Mets aren't yet giving up on Brett Baty despite latest struggles

Baty has failed to convert his promising spring training into productive big league play early this season.

Injury update means Mets backups have less time to lock down spots

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New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / April 9

Brett Baty Sends Message With Mets Facing Major Decision

New York Mets infielder Brett Baty has had a rough start this season, and his roster spot could be in jeopardy. The 25-year-old is slashing .111/.111/.148 in 27 at-bats with no homers or RBIs.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 9

Injury update means Mets backups have less time to lock down spots

The New York Mets got some good news this week as injured stars Francisco Alvarez and Jeff McNeil are heading to Florida for rehab assignments.

Orioles lose another pitcher to injury

White Sox place notable player on IL with adductor strain

Fowl ball: Yankees OF 86s chicken wings following food poisoning

Rangers place former first-round pick on the injured list

Surprising new detail emerges about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s new contract

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 7

David Stearns Hoping Acuña and Baty Step Up

After one week into the season, New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns met with the media on Monday before New York’s series opener with the Miami Marlins.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 7

Baty’s Early Season Struggles Remain an Issue

The beginning of the 2025 season represented a massive opportunity for Brett Baty. With Jeff McNeil starting the year on the injured list and the former Mets No.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 27

Brett Baty is in line to be Mets' primary 2B while Jeff McNeil is out

The New York Mets are set to begin the season with heightened expectations and some key injuries. Two members of their projected Opening Day lineup entering spring training, Francisco Alvarez and Jeff McNeil, are starting on the injured list, which creates opportunities for other players to step up in their absence.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / March 26

Luisangel Acuña makes Mets’ Opening Day roster

The young infielder struggled in spring training but will begin the year in the majors. Infielder Luisangel Acuña has made the Mets’ Opening Day roster, per Anthony DiComo’s confirmation of a report about the news.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 24

What rival scouts think of Mets' Brett Baty ahead of make-or-break season

New York Mets infield prospect Brett Baty should receive opportunities to impress at the big-league level this spring after an underwhelming start to his career. Is a turnaround coming?

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New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21

Brett Baty’s scorching hot spring training will get Mets fans hyped

We’re in the final stretch of spring training as Opening Day kicks off on March 27. One team to keep an eye on is the New York Mets, who had a solid offseason improving the roster.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 20

Juan Soto surprises teammate with cool gift after number swap

Mets' Juan Soto surprises teammate with generous gift after jersey number swap

It's good to see Soto using his money to give back to a teammate.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. reportedly has his eye on one team

Steve Cohen has revealing comments on Mets' long-term spending plans

Pete Alonso addresses support he received from fans before re-signing with Mets

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New York Mets News / Field Level Media / February 20

Mets' Juan Soto gifts SUV to Brett Baty for jersey number

After signing a 15-year, $765 million contract this offseason with the New York Mets, star outfielder Juan Soto had another number in mind. He wanted to keep wearing No.

New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / January 25

Former New York Mets Top Prospect to Change Look in 2025

New York Mets infielder Brett Baty will sport a different look in 2025, as he'll wear No. 7 on his uniform. Baty had previously worn No. 22. While the number change is interesting, it's likely more important for Baty to try to hold onto his somewhat tenuous position with the organization.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / January 5

Mets’ ex-top prospect is seeing his stock crash to rock bottom

Brett Baty’s bat has been stuck in neutral at the major league level, and the Mets might not have the luxury of waiting for it to kick into gear. Once considered one of their top prospects, Baty has struggled to adjust to MLB pitching, with his 52.1% ground ball rate standing out as a glaring issue.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 6