Mets rookies Carson Benge, A.J. Ewing, Nolan McLean recognized as All-Rookie selections
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 2:36 AM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026

On October 6, the New York Mets had three rookies named to MLB Pipeline's 2026 All-Rookie Teams. Carson Benge earned First-Team honors after a standout season, posting a.282/.346/.430 slash line and a 20/20 season. A.J. Ewing and Nolan McLean were selected for the Second-Team, with Ewing setting a franchise record for rookie steals and McLean achieving a 3.16 ERA across 31 starts. This recognition highlights the significant performances of these young players in their inaugural MLB seasons.
- •Carson Benge leads the Mets with a 4.3 WAR in 156 games.
- •A.J. Ewing set a rookie franchise record with 25 steals.
- •Nolan McLean made 31 starts with a 3.16 ERA across 179.2 innings.
- •All three rookies contributed significantly despite New York's struggles this season.
- •MLB Pipeline announced the All-Rookie Teams on October 6.
- 2:36 AMYahoo Sports — Mets' Carson Benge, A.J. Ewing, Nolan McLean named to MLB Pipeline's 2026 All-Rookie Teams
"A trio of Mets rookies was honored on Tuesday night after being named to MLB Pipeline's 2026 All-Rookie Teams.
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