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Mets Prospect Carson Benge Shines with First Spring Homer

3/5/2026

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Carson Benge, a 23-year-old prospect for the New York Mets, hit his first spring home run in a 5-2 win over Team Israel on March 4, 2026.
The game was not official Grapefruit League play, but Mets manager Carlos Mendoza praised Benge's left-handed hitting.
Benge focused on pregame and postgame work rather than results.
Brandon Nimmo's departure leaves the right-field job open for Benge, Mike Tauchman, and MJ Melendez.

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Carson Benge, a 23-year-old prospect for the New York Mets, hit his first spring home run in a 5-2 win over Team Israel on March 4, 2026.
The game was not official Grapefruit League play, but Mets manager Carlos Mendoza praised Benge's left-handed hitting.
Benge focused on pregame and postgame work rather than results.
Brandon Nimmo's departure leaves the right-field job open for Benge, Mike Tauchman, and MJ Melendez.