New York Mets face roster challenges heading into 2027

Following a disappointing 2026 season where the New York Mets finished 74-88 and last in the NL East, the team faces significant roster questions for 2027.

Shortstop Francisco Lindor struggled during the 2026 campaign due to a fractured hamate and a strained left calf, limiting him to 105 games. While his batting average dropped to .225 and his on-base percentage reached a career low of .309, Statcast data suggests his contact quality remains high, with career-high average exit velocity and hard-hit rates.

In the pitching rotation, Tylor Megill enters a critical year after missing the entire 2026 season due to Tommy John surgery. Megill faces competition for a rotation spot from emerging talents Nolan McLean and Christian Scott, as well as Zach Thornton. McLean, a finalist for the NL Rookie of the Year, posted a 3.16 ERA across 31 starts during his 2025 rookie campaign.