2025 is proving to be Brett Baty’s most productive year so far in his young career. However, given his month-to-month performance, it hasn’t always looked that way. But has the real Brett Baty finally stood up? 

First Half

After pummeling the ball in spring training to a .353/.441/.745/1.186 slash line, Baty more than earned his spot on the opening day roster. However, the excitement was short-lived. On April 24, he was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse, making room on the roster for Jeff McNeil’s return from the injured list. Baty made the Mets’ decision easy, hitting just .204/.246/.352/.597 in 19 games. His performance once again called into question his future in Queens. 

After appearing in just three games in Syracuse, Baty would get another shot to make his mark after Jesse Winker hit the injured list on May 4. From there, the former top prospect put together the best month of his career, slashing .290/.333/.581/.914 over his next 21 games. Yet again, the excitement was short-lived as he closed out the first half, hitting .201/.271/.324/.595 over 35 games. All in all, Baty finished the half with a .685 OPS and a 90 OPS+. 

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Gearing Up for the Stretch Run

While it’s only a 23-game sample size, Baty is doing his best to see his name on the lineup card every day. Since the All-Star break, he’s hitting .282/.350/.507/.857 to go with a 141 wRC+. Though it’s his numbers so far in August that really jump off the page. In 36 plate appearances this month, Baty owns a line of .344/.417/.625/1.042. His recent play has bumped his season numbers to a .240/.299/.428/.727 line and a 104 wRC+. 

Additionally, Baty’s underlying metrics support his on-field production and then some. According to Savant, his xSLG, average exit velocity, hard-hit rate, and chase rate rank in the 66th, 63rd, 68th, and 64th percentiles, respectively. And where Baty really shines is his Barrel % and Bat Speed which rank in the 80th and 87th percentiles. 

Defensively, Baty has also shown he can hold his own at both the hot corner and keystone. Baty owns a 1 OAA and 2 DRS in 423 innings at third to go along with 1 DRS and 0 OAA in 298 innings at second. His defensive versatility only adds to his value as the Mets head into the stretch run. 

In 2025, Baty has demonstrated he’s capable of weathering the storm at the big league level. Every season, players face peaks and valleys to varying degrees. It’s the players who show they can bounce back that tend to carve out a regular role in the majors. All in all, the Mets would benefit greatly from consistent play down the stretch. With Baty, Mark Vientos, and Ronny Mauricio all vying for playing time across several positions, we’ll see if Baty can cement himself in the Mets’ lineup moving forward.