5 New York Mets Prospects Who Will Make Their Big League Debuts In 2016

By Bryan Zarpentine

It’s going to be difficult for the New York Mets to match the production they got from their farm system last year, with players like Noah Syndergaard, Michael Conforto, Steven Matz and Kevin Plawecki all making important contributions to the team’s success. But the Mets’ farm system is far from barren, and here are five prospects who figure to make their major league debut at some point in 2016.

5 New York Mets Prospects Who Will Make Their Big League Debuts In 2016
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5. Gavin Cecchini, Shortstop

Gavin Cecchini, Shortstop Credit: Getty Images
The signing of Asdrubal Cabrera made it less likely the Mets will need Cecchini in 2016, but a September call-up is still a distinct possibility. Cecchini posted an impressive line of .317/.377/.442 at Double-A last season, by far the best of his career. If he can replicate that in Triple-A this season, it'll be hard for the Mets to ignore, giving him a strong case for the team to promote him before season's end.

5. Gavin Cecchini, Shortstop

The signing of Asdrubal Cabrera made it less likely the Mets will need Cecchini in 2016, but a September call-up is still a distinct possibility. Cecchini posted an impressive line of .317/.377/.442 at Double-A last season, by far the best of his career. If he can replicate that in Triple-A this season, it'll be hard for the Mets to ignore, giving him a strong case for the team to promote him before season's end.

4. Seth Lugo, Pitcher

Seth Lugo, Pitcher Credit: Getty Images
Lugo put himself on the Mets' radar with a strong 2015 season, earning him a spot on the 40-man roster this winter. He has made a positive impression on the team this spring, likely moving up the depth chart as a result. He won't make the opening day roster, but he's likely among the top two or three pitchers to be called up if the Mets need a spot starter or an extra bullpen arm.

4. Seth Lugo, Pitcher

Lugo put himself on the Mets' radar with a strong 2015 season, earning him a spot on the 40-man roster this winter. He has made a positive impression on the team this spring, likely moving up the depth chart as a result. He won't make the opening day roster, but he's likely among the top two or three pitchers to be called up if the Mets need a spot starter or an extra bullpen arm.

3. Gabriel Ynoa, Pitcher

Gabriel Ynoa, Pitcher Credit: Brad Barr - USATODAY Sports
This will be Ynoa's second season on the 40-man roster, making it likely for him to get a chance in the big leagues at some point. Obviously, the Mets' rotation is quite full, but Ynoa will be in Triple-A and should be ready to make a spot start if necessary or be a short-term fill-in if there's an injury. If nothing else, Ynoa should get a start in September once the Mets lock up a postseason berth.

3. Gabriel Ynoa, Pitcher

This will be Ynoa's second season on the 40-man roster, making it likely for him to get a chance in the big leagues at some point. Obviously, the Mets' rotation is quite full, but Ynoa will be in Triple-A and should be ready to make a spot start if necessary or be a short-term fill-in if there's an injury. If nothing else, Ynoa should get a start in September once the Mets lock up a postseason berth.

2. Brandon Nimmo, Outfield

Brandon Nimmo, Outfield Credit: Mark J. Rebilas - USATODAY Sports
An injury has prevented Nimmo from playing much this spring, but he's nearly ready for the big leagues if the Mets need him. New York certainly has some depth in the outfield, but an injury to either Michael Conforto or Curtis Granderson could prompt a call-up for Nimmo. Even if he's not needed during the season, he'll definitely be a September call-up.

2. Brandon Nimmo, Outfield

An injury has prevented Nimmo from playing much this spring, but he's nearly ready for the big leagues if the Mets need him. New York certainly has some depth in the outfield, but an injury to either Michael Conforto or Curtis Granderson could prompt a call-up for Nimmo. Even if he's not needed during the season, he'll definitely be a September call-up.

1. Matt Reynolds, Infield

Matt Reynolds, Infield Credit: Getty Images
Technically, Reynolds was on the Mets' NLCS roster last October, but he did not make an appearance. However, he will soon make his big league debut. With Cabrera hurt and Ruben Tejada being released, Reynolds has a shot to make the opening day roster. His ability to play multiple infield positions can make Reynolds a useful bench piece for the Mets this season. Even if he's not in the majors all season, he'll spend plenty of time in New York.

1. Matt Reynolds, Infield

Technically, Reynolds was on the Mets' NLCS roster last October, but he did not make an appearance. However, he will soon make his big league debut. With Cabrera hurt and Ruben Tejada being released, Reynolds has a shot to make the opening day roster. His ability to play multiple infield positions can make Reynolds a useful bench piece for the Mets this season. Even if he's not in the majors all season, he'll spend plenty of time in New York.

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