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INCENTIVE: Mets FACE Crucial Carson Benge Rookie Decision—Chase Draft Picks or Service Time?
New York Mets face a high-stakes crossroads with top prospect Carson Benge—will they chase a coveted draft pick or manipulate service time for an extra year of control?
Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down how MLB’s Prospect Promotion Incentive could shape Benge's Opening Day destiny, while referencing last season’s strategic handling of Nolan McLean and what Paul Skenes’ saga means for the Mets’ decision-making.
Can the Mets afford to risk missing out on both a draft asset and a Rookie of the Year-worthy campaign?
Key discussion points include the competition between Carson Benge, Mike…
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