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Sproat, Benge Claim International and Eastern League July Honors

Their Minor League Baseball awards validate their July resurgences en route to potential big league promotions.

Overview

  • Brandon Sproat posted a 0.67 ERA over five July starts for Triple-A Syracuse, striking out 33 batters and walking eight to earn International League Pitcher of the Month.
  • Carson Benge slashed .397/.482/.726 with seven home runs and two stolen bases in 23 games for Double-A Binghamton, securing Eastern League Player of the Month honors.
  • Sproat is scheduled to start Thursday night for Syracuse, aiming to sustain his late-season effectiveness and bolster his case for a major league call-up.
  • Benge continues to anchor Binghamton’s lineup, driving in multiple runs and reinforcing his standing as one of the Mets’ top hitting prospects.
  • Coaches and teammates praise both for their work ethic and maturity, reflecting the Mets’ development model that prioritizes sustained performance and advancement readiness.