Mets Scouting Gems in Late Picks | New York Mets News

Kris Gross, the Mets’ amateur scouting chief, is quietly rewriting the script with late-round gems like Carson Benge and Mitch Voit—both major contributors despite being drafted far below the top. With the Mets picking 27th this year and skipping the second round due to signing Bo Bichette, Gross faces an even tougher challenge, needing to find hidden treasures in the later rounds. The team’s draft position woes, stemming from luxury tax penalties, have forced them into deeper drafts, but prospects like Cam Tilly are proving that patience and savvy can still yield elite talent. Gross’s ability to unearth diamonds in the rough will be key to the Mets’ future success. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e3749eff2ae552dc