Think of New York Mets prospects, and a few names automatically come to mind.
Outfielder Drew Gilbert is one. His feisty, aggressive approach to his whole game is reminiscent of former Yankees scrapper Brett Gardner. Infielder Jett Williams, similarly, could be Jose Altuve Part II if he keeps improving his game.
There’s still plenty of excitement about Ronny Mauricio, even as he sits out 2024 with a torn ACL.
And then at No. 1, sitting atop the Mets’ top prospects list, is Luisangel Acuña. Yes, he’s related to a reigning MVP who plays down in Atlanta.