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New York Mets: Second Base Options Without Robinson Cano

New York Mets’ second baseman, Robinson Cano’s absence from summer camp, is a growing issue each day. The Mets have no timetable for his return, and they will need to figure out a replacement if he is not ready for opening weekend in just ten days.

Jeff McNeil is a home run hitter. pic.twitter.com/NTdp7mXR94

— SNY (@SNYtv) July 11, 2020

Jeff McNeil

The obvious choice comes in moving Jeff McNeil to second base. Though his best defensive position is at third base, his production at second base would rank with the best in baseball.