The New York Mets finished an unprecedented 2020 season in disappointing fashion. Despite having one of the more talented rosters in MLB, the Mets ended the year tied for last place in the NL East with a 26-34 record. Even in an expended postseason, the team remains on the outside looking in.
While the impending ownership transition to billionaire Steven Cohen gives the franchise a legitimate reason to be optimistic about the future, there is another reason for fans to hold their heads high.
One season after the Mets saw breakout star Pete Alonso capture the 2019 NL Rookie of the Year trophy, standout performances by 2020 rookies Andres Gimenez and David Peterson gave the team another look into a potentially bright future.