1 long-term prediction for each NY Mets rookie already on the roster

The promotion of Nick Morabito to the New York Mets roster gives them five rookies on the team with Zack Thornton following soon after. Who would’ve thought that before May was over the Mets would be a team identified as a club of rookies?

It’s easy to lose count of how many youngsters are even on this team at the moment. Looking at them now and projecting towards the future, it’s time to take stock of what they’re giving the club and what could lie ahead.

A long-term prediction for each Mets rookie currently on the roster

Nolan McLean - A rotation stalwart who gets an extension

Nolan McLean flashed on the scene in 2025 and there’s no looking back. Quickly establishing himself as a can’t miss player in the majors, it’s going to continue on and eventually land him a rare extension from the Mets. They’ll only buy out a year or two of his free agency with David Stearns saving some money in the latter arbitration years in order to keep McLean around longer. Bonus prediction: McLean’s new contract outlasts Stearns’ Mets tenure.

Christian Scott - A move to the bullpen and the eventual Devin Williams replacement

Christian Scott is still trying to figure things out in the big leagues. Several short starts this year in his return from Tommy John surgery, a question with him was always whether or not he could stick as a major league pitcher. So far, it’s looking like he might need time to grow into a durable arm. This prediction has the Mets pulling the plug on him as a starter and instead letting him focus on becoming a top reliever. By the time Devin Williams’ contract runs out, he’ll get opportunities to save games.

Carson Benge - A better Mets career than Brandon Nimmo and Michael Conforto

What’s better than Brandon Nimmo and Michael Conforto? One combined All-Star selection and no MVP votes, Carson Benge simply needs to take home a few honors neither of them ever did. A Gold Glove seems viable although several miscues in the outfield already have that seeming more distant. How about we say he keeps it simple and we use the eye test with Benge establishing himself as a better all-around player than either?

A.J. Ewing - The most annoying player in the National League by the end of 2027

A.J. Ewing is going to annoy a lot of people and none of them will be baseball fans of the team in Flushing. His speed and defensive abilities are going to make him an asset even during stretches where he may not hit as well. Like so many of the Milwaukee Brewers players who beat the opponent to death with slap hits, stolen bases, and robbing runs with gloves, Ewing is going to become one of those annoying players other teams hate to play against.

Nick Morabito - Traded before the end of the 2027 season

Welcome to the big leagues, Nick Morabito. It was nice to know you. If the Mets end up as 2026 trade deadline buyers, he’s someone we could expect to be gone. The same will be true in the offense and again at the 2027 trade deadline. Sorry, but as skilled as he is, there just doesn’t seem to be enough room for Morabito to be anything more than a bench player. Those can often be found on the waiver wire or for cheap in free agency. For his sake, it’s the best outcome anyway as playing time with the Mets would require other players to be greater disappointments.

Zach Thornton - Another David Peterson who puzzles us

Zach Thornton was the surprise next starting pitcher called up to the majors. Rather than give Jonah Tong another shot or ask Jack Wenninger, the Mets went with lefty Zach Thornton. He’s going to be a year-to-year puzzle much like David Peterson. There were times when Peterson looked like the real deal and others where we were just appreciative of the role he was able to manage, like right now as a bulk reliever. In some way, Thornton is going to puzzle us. I expect it to be something we can’t even accurately predict.

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