Mets top outfield prospect Benge makes Opening Day roster

He also went deep 15 times with 73 RBIs, 22 stolen bases, and an .857 OPS across 116 contests between three minor-league levels in 2025. That breakout campaign solidified his reputation as a five-tool talent capable of impacting a game in multiple ways. Whether he is driving the ball into the gaps, utilizing his speed on the basepaths, or tracking down fly balls in the outfield, Benge provides the kind of dynamic athleticism that is essential for modern championship-caliber teams aiming for deep postseason runs in the highly competitive National League East.

The Mets selected Benge 19th overall in the 2024 draft. At the time, the selection was viewed as a strategic investment in a player with a remarkably high ceiling. Even then, the scouting department raved about his baseball IQ and his capacity to internalize coaching instructions almost instantly. That scouting report has proven accurate, as Benge has systematically dismantled every challenge placed in front of him. His transition to professional baseball has been seamless, defying the typical expectations of a player adjusting to the complexities of the minor league grind and professional pitching.