Overview
- The Mets announced on Thursday that they claimed 24‑year‑old infielder/outfielder Kyren Paris off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels and removed outfielder Cristian Pache from the 40‑man roster by designating him for assignment.
- Paris showed strong minor‑league production in 2026 with a .274/.384/.458 line, 13 homers and 24 steals between Double‑A and Triple‑A, but he has struggled in limited big‑league work with a .147/.238/.272 career slash and a 38% strikeout rate.
- Because Paris has no remaining minor‑league options, the Mets must either keep him on the 40‑man roster for Opening Day or put him on waivers again before the season, a rule that forces quick offseason decisions.
- The Mets need to clear three additional 40‑man roster spots by Monday to activate Tylor Megill, Jorge Polanco and Reed Garrett from the 60‑day injured list, which will pressure the team to make further roster moves.
- Pache, also out of options, is expected to clear waivers and pursue minor‑league free agency in search of a non‑roster Spring Training invite, and the claim of Paris reflects a low‑cost depth play that tests whether his minor‑league tools can translate to the majors.