
Mark Vientos Emerges as Key Cleanup Hitter for the Mets
Mark Vientos has surged into the cleanup spot, delivering 14 RBIs in May and showing the consistency the Mets need as they battle through a injury‑riddled season
May 17, 2026
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Mark Vientos has surged into the cleanup spot, delivering 14 RBIs in May and showing the consistency the Mets need as they battle through a injury‑riddled season

The 2026 season has produced the lowest league batting average since 1968, a downturn that persists despite extensive rule modifications and a new wave of high‑velocity pitching.

David Stearns is expected to address the Mets' dismal performance and promote A.J. Ewing during a media session before a crucial homestand.