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A.J. Ewing's journey to MLB begins in Springboro as Mets center fielder

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:06 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

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Summary

A.J. Ewing, a 21-year-old center fielder for the New York Mets, began playing organized baseball at age 3. He rapidly ascended through the Mets' minor league system after being drafted in 2023, showcasing significant hitting skills. In his MLB debut on May 12 against the Detroit Tigers, Ewing made history by becoming the first player to walk three times, triple, steal a base, and record multiple RBIs in his debut. Ewing has a.250 batting average through 34 games this season. His father, Joe, has attended numerous games to support him, highlighting Ewing’s baseball journey from Springboro to the majors.

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By the Numbers

•A.J. Ewing started playing baseball at age 3.
•Ewing hit.250 with two home runs in 34 games this season.
•He made MLB debut on May 12 with historic stats.
•Joe Ewing has attended many games to support his son.
•Ewing's rise reflects the Mets' commitment to developing young players.

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