Overview
- Mets president David Stearns said Polanco will play first base, serve as DH, and "bounce around" as needed, underscoring a flexible fit.
- The 32-year-old has appeared in just one major-league game at first base across his 12-year career.
- Polanco is coming off a 2025 rebound with Seattle, hitting .265/.326/.495 with 30 doubles, 26 homers and 78 RBI in 138 games.
- The signing follows Pete Alonso’s departure to Baltimore, with New York still evaluating upgrades in the outfield, rotation and bullpen.
- Viable first-base options remain on the market, including Paul Goldschmidt, Luis Arraez and Cody Bellinger, with the Mets reported as "very in" on Bellinger.