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A.J. Ewing’s Triple, Walks, Steal Mark Historic Mets Debut

5/14/2026

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Ewing Historic Debut

A.J. Ewing debuted for the New York Mets on May 13, 2026, as the team beat Detroit 10-2, leaving the club at a 16-25 record, the league’s worst.
Ewing went 1-for-2, drew three walks, stole a base, scored twice and drove in two runs.
He was the first Met to hit a debut triple and the first player since 1898 with three walks and a stolen base in a debut.

Summary

Ewing Signs Bonus

A.J. Ewing signed a $675,000 bonus, roughly $200,000 above the slot for the 134th pick.
He advanced from Double-A Binghamton to Triple-A Syracuse in 2026, posting a .339/.447/.514 line with 17 steals in 30 games.
Scouts highlighted his left-handed stance, minimal load and toe-tap timing that generate loud contact.
Manager Carlos Mendoza plans to use Ewing as everyday center-fielder alongside Juan Soto and Carson Benge.

History

Historical Context

In 1962 the NL added the New York Mets to replace the departed Dodgers and Giants, and under Casey Stengel the club posted a 40-120 debut season, the modern era’s worst record. Over fifty years later, on May 13 2026, rookie A.J. Ewing’s triple sparked manager Carlos Mendoza’s decision to pair him with stars Juan Soto and Carson Benge, hoping to reverse the team’s 16-25 slump.

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Ewing Historic Debut

A.J. Ewing debuted for the New York Mets on May 13, 2026, as the team beat Detroit 10-2, leaving the club at a 16-25 record, the league’s worst.
Ewing went 1-for-2, drew three walks, stole a base, scored twice and drove in two runs.
He was the first Met to hit a debut triple and the first player since 1898 with three walks and a stolen base in a debut.

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