We already shared what our dream Mets infield would be from Mets players of past and present.

That choice was on the easier side, as David Wright and Keith Hernandez were pretty much shoe-ins.

When it comes to choosing for your dream outfield, however — will it be as easy?

Tim

LF – Endy Chavez
CF – Juan Lagares
RF – Carlos Beltran

Regardless of positioning, an outfield of Beltran, Juan Lagares, and Endy Chavez would be an absolute joy to watch on a daily basis. The defensive runs saved in that outfield would be historically high.

Jack H.

LF – Cleon Jones
CF – Carlos Beltran
RF – Darryl Strawberry

Strawberry goes right in for reasons I’d argue are pretty obvious. Center field is a toss-up between Agee and Beltran, but I think the latter had a lot more to give on the offensive front.

Left field is easily the hardest spot to choose from — with Cleon, McReynolds, and Cespedes probably being the three best candidates to choose from.

But, I’ll probably take the sentimental route and go with Jones — given he was arguably the best hitter on those late-60s teams.

Sam

LF – Michael Conforto
CF – Carlos Beltran
RF – Darryl Strawberry

I would have loved to see Beltran and Michael Conforto get to know one another if Beltran was still the manager, but since that didn’t pan out, having them in my outfield playing together will have to do.

They would be my center-fielder and left-fielder, respectively. I put Conforto in left because of course I’m going to put Darryl Strawberry in right-field.

Beltran was incredible in center and one of the best center-fielders I’ve seen on the Mets in a while.

Strawberry was also a talent in the field and just got to everything in right.

I know with two Mets legends in Beltran and Straw, Conforto would learn A LOT and unlock that untapped potential we keep talking about.

Matt 

LF – Michael Conforto
CF – Carlos Beltran
RF – Brandon Nimmo

Continuing with my theme of only picking players who I’ve seen in person, I’m going with Carlos Beltran in center field.

Beltran is one of the few Mets that signed a long-term contract and actually lived up to it — also netting the Mets Zach Wheeler in his final year with the club.

Manager drama aside — Beltran is one of the more beloved Mets in club history, and no one can top his Tal’s Hill catch.

In left field, I’ll take Michael Conforto — the man deserves some more respect.

For my last positional slot, I’m going with another current Met and the guy who never stops smiling — welcome to the team, Brandon Nimmo.

Marissa

LF – Michael Conforto
CF – Juan Lagares
RF – Carlos Beltran

If I were to choose, I’d have to first pick Carlos Beltran — because he was my first-ever favorite Met.

I’d move him to the corner, because of course I’d have to fit in Juan Lagares.

Lastly, to round out the outfield — I’d have my current favorite Met Michael Conforto in the opposite corner.

Joe

LF – Rusty Staub
CF – Carlos Beltran
RF – Darryl Strawberry

My dream outfield has to start with Reggie Jackson, oh wait I forgot we passed on him. In that case, give me the all-powerful Darryl Strawberry in right field.

Center field is a bit tricky, I can go with Vince Coleman — never mind I’ll take future Hall of Famer Carlos Beltran.

Finally in left field, I have to go with my sentimental favorite, six time All-Star Rusty Staub. He might not have been the best but he was the best looking.

There you have it, Staub, Beltran and Strawberry, what an outfield!

Marshall

LF – Cleon Jones
CF – Carlos Beltran
RF – Darryl Strawberry

Sal

LF – Yoenis Cespedes
CF – Carlos Beltran
RF – Darryl Strawberry

You can’t have a real “dream” Mets outfield without the Darryl Strawberry and Carlos Beltran on your list. They are far-and-way the best players at their respective positions in the franchise’s history.

Left field certainly poses much more of a debate, but recency bias, mixed with some nostalgia and his talent when healthy is what puts Cespedes over the top for me.

The mighty slugger possessed probably the best left-field arm that I can remember, and there is no denying that when Cespedes was in the lineup everyday, the Mets always seemed to win.

For a franchise that is historically heralded mostly for it’s starting pitching, the Mets have seen some very talented players roaming the outfield over the years.

Mojo

LF – Yoenis Cespedes
CF – Brandon Nimmo
RF – Darryl Strawberry

This may be a little simplistic, but I decided to go with the three qualified leaders in wRC+ from Mets outfielders all time.

Strawberry of course is a Mets legend, and the all-time Mets outfielder leader in wRC+ and fWAR.

Cespedes has been a powerhouse when he’s actually been on the field, and while injuries have unfortunately dampened his legacy on this team, there’s no denying the power and fear that he adds to the lineup when he’s in it, as well as how much he meant to the 2015 team that eventually went to the World Series.

Lastly, Nimmo still continues to be not just one of the most underrated current Mets, but one of the most underrated players in all of baseball.

His 2019 season was hampered by injuries, but Nimmo brings an elite on-base ability and contagious energy to the field every day, and I believe he still has a long and successful future with this team.

Michelle

LF – Rusty Staub
CF – Carlos Beltran
RF – Darryl Strawberry

Carlos Beltran and Darryl Strawberry were easy choices, at least for me.

One is a 3x Gold Glove winner who was one of my favorite players when I was a teenager, and the other is an absolute Mets legend that helped lead the team to their 1986 World Series win.

Don’t think I have to make much more of a case for those too. Now for left field, I also have to follow suite with Joe D. and say Rusty.

I grew up hearing stories about Staub from my parents, my aunt and then, a few years ago — my brother was able to meet him and chat Mets with him.

I know I should be here telling you about his performance in left, but there’s gotta be some nostalgia, right? Plus, his six All-Star appearances (I know, none of which with the Mets, but still) say something.

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