Amazin' Daily Briefing: March 6, 2025 – Mets Make Roster Moves: 13 Players Cut, Sean Reid-Foley on Waivers
The New York Mets have made their first round of roster cuts, signaling major changes ahead of Opening Day. Find out who was cut, who made the team, and the predictions for the final roster!
Mets Make Roster Moves: 13 Players Cut, Sean Reid-Foley on Waivers
The New York Mets have made waves in spring training, cutting 13 players and placing a notable name on waivers. With Opening Day looming, roster decisions are heating up, and some surprising shakeups are happening. Let’s dive into the details and break down what these moves mean for the Mets’ final roster.
Mets Cut 13 Players – Who’s Out?
On Tuesday, the Mets trimmed their roster significantly, sending 13 players down to the minors. Here’s the list of cuts:
Pitchers:
- Ty Adcock
- Adbert Alzolay (out for the season)
- Dom Hamill
- A. Ortega
- Brandon Sproat
- Blade Tidwell
Position Players:
- Ryan Clifford
- Drew Gilbert
- Kevin Parada
- Jett Williams
- Alex Ramirez
- Luke Ritter
- Rafael Ortega
None of these moves were shocking, as these players were expected to start in the minors. However, another roster move raised eyebrows.
Sean Reid-Foley Placed on Waivers
Perhaps the most intriguing development was Sean Reid-Foley being placed on outright waivers. This allows any team to claim him, and he may be off the Mets’ roster entirely. If he goes unclaimed, the Mets will attempt to send him to Triple-A Syracuse while retaining his salary.
Reid-Foley was solid in limited action last season, posting an impressive 1.66 ERA. However, shoulder issues have hampered his availability, and it appears the Mets are opting to move on. This move also clears a 40-man roster spot, which could indicate another addition soon.
Who’s Still Fighting for a Roster Spot?
Even with a reduced camp roster, 57 players remain, meaning 31 more cuts need to be made before Opening Day. Several non-roster invitees are still competing for spots:
Pitchers:
- Genesis Cabrera
- Chris Stratton
- Dedniel Núñez
- Anthony Gose
- Grant Hartwig
- Yacksel Ríos
- José Ureña
- Brandon Waddell
Position Players:
- Joey Meneses
- Luis De Los Santos
- Donovan Walton
Among these names, Genesis Cabrera stands out as a bullpen candidate with a strong spring performance. José Ureña is another name to watch, as he signed a minor league deal with a $2 million incentive if he cracks the major league roster.
Locked-in Opening Day Roster Spots
Some roster spots are virtually guaranteed. Here are the players expected to start the season in the big leagues:
Outfield:
- Brandon Nimmo
- Juan Soto
- José Siri
Designated Hitter (DH):
- Starling Marte
- Jesse Winker
Infield:
- Pete Alonso
- Jeff McNeil
- Francisco Lindor
- Mark Vientos
Catcher:
- Francisco Álvarez
- Luis Torrens
Starting Rotation:
- Kodai Senga
- David Peterson
- Clay Holmes
- Paul Blackburn
- Tyler Megill
- Griffin Canning
Bullpen:
- Edwin Díaz
- Ryan Stanek
- José Butto
- Reed Garrett
Bold Prediction: Brett Baty Wins the Final Infield Spot
The biggest infield competition remains between Brett Baty and Luisangel Acuña. Despite Acuña’s upside, Baty has vastly outperformed him this spring, hitting .444 with a 1.333 OPS. Meanwhile, Acuña has struggled to get going.
Given his versatility at third base and even middle infield potential, Baty is the prime candidate to secure the final infield roster spot.
Will the Mets Carry Six Starting Pitchers?
With Frankie Montas sidelined until at least May and Sean Manaea dealing with an oblique injury, the Mets will most likely opt for a six-man rotation. This setup would give Kodai Senga extra rest, which has been a priority for the team. If this happens, expect Tyler Megill and Paul Blackburn to both get turns in the rotation.
Final Mets Opening Day Roster Prediction
Based on performance and roster needs, here’s the projected Opening Day roster for the 2024 New York Mets:
Starting Lineup
- SS Francisco Lindor
- RF Juan Soto
- 1B Pete Alonso
- LF Brandon Nimmo
- 3B Mark Vientos
- DH Starling Marte
- C Francisco Álvarez
- 2B Jeff McNeil
- CF José Siri
Rotation
- Kodai Senga
- David Peterson
- Clay Holmes
- Paul Blackburn
- Tyler Megill
- Griffin Canning
Bullpen
- Edwin Díaz (Closer)
- Ryan Stanek
- José Butto
- Reed Garrett
- Max Kranick
- Genesis Cabrera
- Danny Young
Bench
- C Luis Torrens
- OF Tyrone Taylor
- INF Brett Baty
- DH Jesse Winker
What Happens If Marte Starts on the Injured List?
If Starling Marte isn’t ready for Opening Day, expect Alexander Canario to get a roster spot. Canario, acquired via trade from the Cubs, has shown promise and could get early playing time.
Final Thoughts
The Mets are shaping up to be a strong contender in the NL East. With an elite lineup featuring Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, and Brandon Nimmo, the offensive potential is sky-high.
Pitching remains the biggest question mark, but the bullpen is deep, and the team has multiple rotation options. The next few weeks of spring training will determine the final tweaks, but Mets fans have plenty to be excited about!
What are your thoughts on the Mets’ roster moves? Should Brett Baty make the Opening Day roster? Let us know in the comments!
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