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Eric Wagaman Making Early Case for Bigger Mets Role

SI Feed·Jason Petrucci·3 days ago
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They say lightning doesn’t strike twice, but for the Mets — maybe it does? M.J. Melendez gave the Mets something they rarely see: a hot start to his career in orange and blue. After May 6, Melendez possessed some of the best numbers on the roster, batting .333 through 16 games with a 1.024 OPS and a .409 OBP while slugging two home runs with six RBIs. However, the offensive burst was short-lived, with Melendez completely forgetting how to hit , going 4-for-55 over his last stretch. Jared Young has recently rejoined the Mets from injury, giving them another offensive option, but the recent emergence of Eric Wagaman after just one start makes you wonder — is it time to ride the hot hand again? The Mets need offense — Wagaman might provide it Eric Wagaman saw a consistent amount of playing time in Miami last season, appearing in 140 games during his rookie campaign. The first baseman batted .250 with a .296 OBP while hitting nine home runs and totaling 53 RBIs.…

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