As Spring Training commences in Port St. Lucie, Florida, this page will continue to provide updates on injuries and changes to the roster.
On February 19, the Mets signed Luke Voit to a Minor League contract. This move comes just two days after securing Ji Man Choi on a similar deal, bolstering the team's first-base options. Voit spent 37 games with Triple-A Syracuse last season and previously played for the Brewers. Throughout his seven-year MLB career, he has played for five different teams, accumulating 95 home runs in 508 games. Given Pete Alonso's established position at first base and limited bench spots available, Voit may return to Syracuse by the end of March.
As the camp resumes in Port St. Lucie, Florida, this page will be continuously updated with the latest injury reports and roster changes throughout Spring Training.
On February 17, the Mets signed Ji Man Choi to a Minor League contract, adding to their depth at first base. Choi, a Korean native, has primarily served as a designated hitter during his eight-year career. Last season, he played for the Pirates and Padres, posting a .624 OPS in 39 games. As a left-handed hitter, the 32-year-old Choi will compete for designated hitter opportunities during spring training alongside Mark Vientos and DJ Stewart. It is possible that he may end up at Triple-A.
In another move, on February 14, the Mets signed right-handed pitcher Shintaro Fujinami to a one-year contract. To accommodate Fujinami on the roster, the Mets transferred infielder Ronny Mauricio to the 60-day injured list. Mauricio, who underwent right knee surgery, is expected to miss a significant portion, if not the entirety, of the regular season. The Mets' 40-man roster is currently full, but they can create an additional spot by transferring left-hander David Peterson, who is also dealing with a long-term injury, to the 60-day injured list.