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New York Mets should not depend on T.J. Rivera in 2019

When I’ve asked who the New York Mets can employ as an alternative at third base to Todd Frazier, many have pointed at T.J. Rivera. If you became a Mets fan in 2018 (and why would you?) this name means nothing to you.

Those who have been with the Mets for a little longer know Rivera from his productive performances in 2016 and 2017. Through 344 trips to the plate, the 30-year-old utility man batted .304/.335/.445 with 8 home runs and 43 RBI.

The above outlines Rivera’s entire big league career.