The offseason took a sharp turn after the New York Mets lost out on Kyle Tucker and had to pivot. That pivot led to Bo Bichette, and for the Mets, it immediately clarified the infield picture. Shortstop was already locked in, and second base was not open either after the trade for Marcus Semien, one of the best defensive infielders in the game. That leaves one spot.
Third base is where this shows up. Brett Baty was lined up to play there, but that plan is no longer clear. Bichette’s arrival gives the Mets an everyday answer, which changes Baty’s role.