New York Mets face Houston Astros as Carson Benge shows strong form

The New York Mets are scheduled to face the Houston Astros in a three-game series starting Friday, August 28, 2026, at Citi Field. The game is set to begin at 7:10 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on SNY.

Amidst the upcoming matchup, Mets prospect Carson Benge has shown significant performance improvements. After a slow start to the season, Benge has maintained above-average hitting since late April. Since the All-Star break, he has recorded a .333 batting average and a 148 wRC+, with his performance peaking in August with a 179 wRC+. Benge is noted for his contact skills, power, and baserunning, putting him on track for a potential 20-20 season.