The Mets don’t have an everyday answer to replace Robinson Cano, who’s out indefinitely with a torn left hamstring, at second base, which is why Joe Panik being designated for assignment by the Giants could be a factor for them.
The second baseman is in the midst of another down season with San Francisco, but the Long Island native and former St. John’s star might be worth a consideration.
Sources said the Mets hadn’t yet made a decision on whether to take a serious look at the 28-year-old, who was cut loose by the Giants after they traded for the Reds’ Scooter Gennett.