Who is the BEST Fit to Round Out the New York Mets Bench? | Starling Marte, Ty France, IKF and More

New York Mets weigh free agent options to fill their final bench spot—will veteran leadership or utility versatility win out?  

With debates swirling over candidates like Starling Marte, Isaiah Kiner-Falefa, and Jose Iglesias, the spotlight turns to how the Mets can best round out their 2026 roster with impactful role players.

Ryan Finkelstein examines the team’s current bench composition, including the roles of Tyrone Taylor, Brett Baty, and Mark Vientos, while addressing offseason rumors around Ty France and Paul Goldschmidt.  

Key topics include the importance of defensive flexibility, backup shortstop depth, and whether “vibes guys” like Marte or Iglesias can strengthen clubhouse chemistry.  

Explore the ripple effects of potential additions, the value of minor league contenders like Jared Young, and how the Mets’ choices could shape their outlook in the NL East.  

Will New York prioritize upside at the plate or stability off the bench?

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