It wasn’t the addition New York Mets fans were hoping for. Every move can make a difference, right? After what Jose Iglesias did for the team in 2024 on a minor league deal, we’re all paying close attention to any ounce of help a roster addition can bring.
On Monday, the Mets broke a drought of somewhat significant minor league additions by signing former first round pick Christian Arroyo. Taken 25th overall in the 2013 draft, the 30-year-old infielder hasn’t played in the majors since 2023.
Your standard infielder who hits light and has played all over the field, including some outfield, it’s only an intriguing addition for the Mets because he hasn’t been a total bust in the majors despite not getting an at-bat in the show for two full seasons.