The New York Mets enter the 2025 season with high expectations after signing free agent slugger Juan Soto to a 15-year, $765 million contract, the richest deal in pro sports history.
The Mets made a surprise run to the National League Championship Series last season, overcoming an ugly start to produce some of the more memorable moments – and memes – in franchise history. Homegrown hero Pete Alonso, whose home run saved their 2024 season, is back after testing the free agent waters.
New York is dealing with some injuries and will be without starting catcher Francisco Alvarez, second baseman Jeff McNeil and starting pitchers Frankie Montas and Sean Manaea to start the new campaign.
Mets opening day roster
Catchers: Luis Torrens, Hayden Senger
Infielders: Pete Alonso, Brett Baty, Francisco Lindor, Mark Vientos, Luisangel Acuña
Outfielders/designated hitters: Brandon Nimmo, Jose Siri, Juan Soto, Tyrone Taylor, Starling Marte, Jesse Winker
Starting pitchers: Clay Holmes, Tylor Megill, Griffin Canning, David Peterson, Kodai Senga
Relief pitchers: Edwin Diaz, A.J. Minter, Ryne Stanek, Reed Garrett, José Buttó, Danny Young, Max Kranick, Huascar Brazobán
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Mets opening day roster 2025: Full lineup led by $765M man Juan Soto
