Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Brett Baty, utility player for the New York Mets, has shown mixed performance through May 2026. After a 17-game power drought, Baty broke through with a two-run home run on May 15 against the Tigers in a 9-4 Mets victory. Through 138 plate appearances, he is slashing .220/.290/.333 with 2 home runs, 15 RBI, and 17 runs scored. Baty has dealt with minor injuries including a jammed thumb earlier in the season and has shown platoon tendencies, sitting out against left-handed pitchers. He was also involved in an unusual incident where an umpire called a challenge he never requested during an ABS system interaction.
Strengths
- + Broke 17-game power drought with two-run homer on May 15
- + Contributed to Mets victory with 1-for-3 performance and walk
- + Currently healthy with no major injuries
- + Showing some offensive production after slow start
Weaknesses
- - Poor batting average of .220 through 138 plate appearances
- - Low on-base percentage of .290
- - Slugging percentage of only .333
- - Extended power drought (17 games without a home run)
- - Only 2 home runs through May despite being utility player
- - Platoon player against left-handed pitchers
- - Recent history of minor injuries (jammed thumb)
About
Brett Bateman is a outfielder for the Chicago Cubs.
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