Part 3/11:
The Mets have experimented with various players—Harrison Bader, Tyrone Taylor, Jose Siri, Cedric Mullen, and Jeff McNeil among them—struggling to find real consistency. While defensive metrics suggest McNeil did a commendable job in center, his range was not sufficient for a full-time commitment. The recurring reliance on internal options and reclamation projects has left the team with a glaring need for a long-term solution.