Ranking the 4 best Mets position players to call-up on September 1

The New York Mets will decide which players call up when rosters expand in MLB roster from 26 to 28 on September 1. The organization plans to add a bullpen pitcher and a player to complement the bench.

The most interesting aspect of this decision is based on the team's bench, where up until a few days ago Brett Baty seemed like the most obvious choice, but after his recent injury, the team must consider what else they need. Four players emerge as the most necessary for the Mets, among the options in Triple-A.

4) Jackie Bradley Jr.

Former Boston Red Sox All-Star outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. began the season playing baseball in the independent league with the Long Island Ducks and was later signed by the Mets to a minor league contract after hitting .400/.476/.727 in 40 games. Bradley Jr. is a player known in MLB, especially for his defensive level, which predicted he would win a Gold Glove in the 2018 season.

After nearly twenty games, Bradley has shown a certain level of power contact and speed on the bases, which makes him an important asset for the Mets in the big leagues. His defensive level in the outfield and his speed, despite his 34 years, could serve in pressing situations in games where late-in-game defense in the outfield or a pinch runner is needed.

However, the outfield looks crowded after the acquisition of Jesse Winker, making Bradley a somewhat important, but not indispensable, piece for the Mets at the MLB level. Bradley's addition to the team would be as a substitute for the role that Ben Gamel played this season, as a defensive replacement player with the ability to run bases well and some plate appearances against right-handed pitchers.