Overview

• The Mets’ first-round choice dropped from No. 28 to 38 after a 10-spot penalty for exceeding MLB’s luxury tax by over $40 million in 2024.
• Voit refocused on hitting after internal brace surgery and slashed .346/.471/.668 with 14 homers, 60 RBIs and 14 steals in 56 junior-year games.
• He is officially listed by New York as both a second baseman and right-handed pitcher, giving the organization dual-role upside.
• A viral March incident mimicking cocaine use at third base drew widespread scrutiny and an apology that continues to shape his public profile.
• The selection underscores the Mets’ continued interest in collegiate two-way prospects despite mixed outcomes at the professional level.