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How Do the Mets FIX Their Defense? | David Stearns' Focused on Run PREVENTION This Offseason
The New York Mets' defensive struggles in 2024 weren't just about Pete Alonso at first base—the real culprit was Mark Vientos at third, who posted the worst defensive metrics relative to playing time. This episode breaks down where the Mets' run prevention truly failed and reveals surprising solutions for the offseason.Host Ryan Finkelstein analyzes defensive metrics across the roster, exposing how playing guys out of position—particularly Vientos at third and Jeff McNeil in center—tanked the team's defense more than Alonso's first base play. With Francisco Lindor underperforming his usual…
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