Mark Vientos faces backlash after claiming good defensive performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 10:12 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
New York Mets first baseman Mark Vientos received criticism on social media after asserting that his defensive play had been 'pretty good.' Following his comments, Vientos was replaced in the starting lineup by Jared Young, who performed effectively in a game against the Seattle Mariners. Vientos currently holds a minus-3 fielding run value and is batting.219 with seven home runs and 26 RBIs. Critics highlighted his defensive struggles and questioned his ongoing role with the team.
- •Vientos ranked No. 62 in fielding run value with a minus-3.
- •Jared Young replaced Vientos at first base during the game against Seattle.
- •Vientos has a batting average of.219 and a WAR rating of minus-0.7.
- •Social media reactions included calls for Vientos to be removed from the roster.
- •Vientos remains confident in his defensive abilities despite the criticism.
- 10:12 PMYahoo Sports — Social media users react to Mets' Mark Vientos claiming defensive prowess
"New York's first baseman ranked No. 62 with a minus-3 fielding run value.
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