Mets utility player Brett Baty is demonstrating a significant uptick in performance during the final stretch of the season, posting an .814 OPS with seven home runs over his last 38 games, dating back to July 10. This recent surge has rekindled optimism within the organization, reminiscent of his strong finish in the prior season.
For much of the current year, the 26-year-old appeared to struggle at the plate. However, his current offensive output suggests he is finding his stride. His performance includes a 426-foot home run hit on Tuesday during a game where the Mets hit three long balls against pitcher Sandy Alcantara. The Mets ultimately won the game against the Marlins, 15-14.
Baty acknowledged his earlier struggles, stating, "I have a standard and I didn’t play to that standard early." He added, "I know what kind of player I can be, no matter what position I am playing. I am just trying to be that player." The player left Tuesday's game with left knee pain after running to first base on an RBI single in the second inning. Mets utility player Brett Baty is surging late in the season, posting an .814 OPS and seven home runs over his last 38 games.