Mets Promote A.J. Ewing for MLB Debut vs. Tigers

The New York Mets promoted top prospect A.J. Ewing from Triple-A Syracuse on Monday, paving the way for the 21-year-old outfielder to make his major league debut Tuesday against the Detroit Tigers at Citi Field.

Ewing, a fourth-round selection in the 2023 draft, earned the call-up after a strong start to the season. He hit .349 with two home runs, seven RBIs and 12 stolen bases in 18 games at Double-A Binghamton before his promotion to Syracuse on April 27. In 12 games with the top minor league affiliate, he batted .326 with four RBIs and five steals. Across both levels, Ewing posted a .339 average with a .447 on-base percentage, .514 slugging percentage and .961 OPS, while scoring 25 runs and succeeding on 17 of 18 stolen base attempts. Over four minor league seasons, the left-handed hitter has maintained a .290 average with a near-.400 on-base percentage, 101 stolen bases, 15 home runs and 118 RBIs.

The move addresses the Mets' depleted lineup amid their worst start in franchise history. New York entered Monday with a 15-25 record, 12 games behind the Atlanta Braves in the National League East. The team ranks 29th in runs scored with 139, 29th in batting average at .222 and...