Can Ryan Clifford Be A Geater Met Than Lucas Duda?
Before I start here, do I think the next Francisco Lindor-caliber infielder is in the Mets minors?
No. He is on his way to an 85 WAR career.
That said, there are some really good ones:
Elian Pena has the hype and flashed some teenage super-power last year. In 2026, I expect him to give us a clearer picture as to whether he might in fact be the next Lindor-caliber infielder.
Jacob Reimer had an impressive 2025, and I expect him to be equally impressive in AAA in 2026. A future David Wright Light? Don't be so quick to say no.
Ryan Clifford is a 22 year old super pounder, who will be looking to attack in AAA and brandish "Power Supreme." Future 1B/LF? Hopefully a starter caliber dude.
And Randy Guzman took the lower minors by complete surprise in 2025. Can he prove to be a stud prospect in 2026?
Jett Williams ought to be jetting into Queens in 2026. Hopefully, the next Gregg Jefferies.
Boston Baro, Trey Snyder? Possibles with rabid speed. They need to step it up. Marco Vargas? Not a speed, but ditto. This is the year for all 3 to impress management.
Of course, let's not forget Antonio Jimenez, who I think will excite the fans in his first full pro season in 2026, and show he has future MLB chops.
And, of course, the blazingly fast Mitch Voit. Who just might be the best infield prospect in 2026 in his first full pro season.
Yeah, there are other infielders, but my typing fingers are getting tired.
Not sure there is the next Lindor or Wright in this group, but the talent level is undeniable. And ABUNDANT.
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