The Mets are signing outfielder Cristian Pache to a minor league deal that includes an invitation to big league spring training, per multiple reports.
Pache, 27, last played in the majors in 2024, splitting time between the Phillies, Orioles, and Marlins.
His best season came in 2023, when he had a .735 OPS for the Phillies in 48 games.
During his five-year major league career, Pache has hit .181/.243/275 in 610 plate appearances across 251 games for the Marlins, Orioles, Phillies, A’s, and Braves.
Pache could be a useful depth option, but his addition obviously does nothing to address New York’s starting needs in the outfield.
The Mets have Juan Soto entrenched in right field, but are seeking answers in left field and center field.
One option is for top prospect Carson Benge to break camp in one of those spots, but the expectation is the Mets will make at least one — and perhaps two — serious additions to the outfield this offseason.
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