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New York Mets Player Evaluations: Designated Hitter Yoenis Cespedes

Yoenis Cespedes set extremely unrealistic expectations for his final season with the New York Mets and never came close to them. He only played in nine games, never spent a single inning in the outfield, and abandoned the team when things were not going well.

YOENIS CÉSPEDES IN HIS FIRST GAME BACK IN DECADES pic.twitter.com/mGbtRXIE8P

— Starting 9 (@Starting9) July 24, 2020

Cespedes spent all offseason claiming there would be some magical return. In summer camp, he even flexed his muscle, hitting the majestic home runs, making him a fan favorite when he was healthy.