Jeff McNeil
2B,LF,CF,RF,DH - New York Mets
2026 Outlook
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The Mets have reportedly internally discussed going with Jeff McNeil as a first baseman against righties.
Fantasy Impact
The Mets would sign another player in a platoon role at first base for the Mets. McNeil could also see time in left field.
Jeff McNeil’s agent, Garrett Parcell, revealed that the infielder underwent thoracic outlet surgery shortly after the regular season, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports. Parcell noted that McNeil has regained good range of motion and is expected to be a full participant in spring training. The issue had caused discomfort with his swing late in the season, when he produced a .514 OPS in September after posting an OPS of at least .742 in every other month.
Fantasy Impact
Thoracic outlet surgery tends to have a greater impact on pitchers than position players, so McNeil’s recovery outlook is encouraging. The 33-year-old is expected to open the 2026 season as the Mets’ starting second baseman but also offers defensive versatility across multiple positions.
Jeff McNeil went 1-for-4 with two RBI, one run scored, and one strikeout in the Mets’ 8-3 win over the Padres on Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
McNeil lifted his totals to 94 hits, 53 RBI, and 41 runs scored across 368 at-bats. With a .255 average and .346 OBP, he’s supplied steady contact and on-base skills for New York.
Jeff McNeil went 3-for-5 with three RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base in the Mets’ 12-5 win over the Tigers on Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
McNeil raised his season average to .264 with 88 hits and 50 RBI through 333 at-bats. His ability to chip in across multiple categories, including a .353 OBP and multi-positional eligibility, keeps him fantasy-relevant in deeper formats.
Jeff McNeil went 2-for-5 in the victory over the Braves, driving in four runs with two home runs and scoring twice.
Fantasy Impact
The 33-year-old has caught fire at the plate, hitting .407 with three home runs and nine RBI over his last seven games for the Mets. After yesterday’s win, McNeil is hitting .261 with 12 home runs and 44 RBI across 92 games this season.
