The Mets might just get a much-improved version of Jeff McNeil this season, and that could make a big difference in their infield stability.
The 32-year-old veteran struggled through an inconsistent 2024, battling injuries and never quite looking like the same player who won a batting title in 2022. But with a clean slate and a strong offseason under his belt, McNeil is determined to get back to the hitter the Mets have relied on for years.
A Tale of Two Seasons
McNeil’s 2024 numbers—.238/.308/.384 with 12 home runs and 44 RBIs over 129 games—were a far cry from his peak production.