Dream NY Mets starting lineup for the 2025 season

Batting third in the dream Mets lineup, third baseman Mark Vientos

It’s in the heart of the order where some debate can take place. Who should hit third? We’re going to put some trust into a guy who hit for a good average, a ton of power, and earned a chance to get an at-bat in the first inning each and every game. It’s Mark Vientos taking his place at third base and in the third spot of the Mets order.

Outside of our dream world, the Mets have a couple of directions they can go with Vientos. An unsatisfying defender, moving him over to first base is one option. So, too, is making him into more of a DH. Vientos has enough athleticism at this point where they shouldn’t back themselves into using only his bat. The defense can get better. There is a ceiling, though. He should never finish Mets wins in the field as long as they can help it.

There were a couple of guys who won over the hearts of Mets fans this past year. Vientos, as a homegrown prospect who became an underdog, is an easy one to root for. He did all the right things when he didn’t make the Opening Day roster. Most importantly, he improved as a player.

Having Soto in front of him in the lineup should mean a couple more opportunities to be disrespected. We saw the Los Angeles Dodgers intentionally walk Lindor to load the bases in front of him in the NLCS. Vientos made them pay.