New York Mets Jacob Reimer opening eyes at spring training as Mets future comes into view By Mike Puma Published March 10, 2026, 8:20 p.m. ET Jacob Reimer of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies stands in the batters box during a game against the Hartford Yard Goats at Mirabito Stadium on July 6, 2025 in Binghamton, N.Y. Minor League Baseball via Getty PORT ST. LUCIE — Jacob Reimer speaks of his first major league camp experience with the enthusiasm of a young player confident in his abilities.
“I have learned more in these few weeks than I have in my whole life,” the Mets third base prospect said. “I feel like I say that every spring, with such a good coaching staff and now getting to talk to players approach-wise, what they think defensively, I want to pick all their brains.”
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A 22-year-old with big power and arm to match, Reimer is one of several young players in camp impressing team officials.
Carson Benge is a candidate to win the starting right field job, and A.J. Ewing, while unlikely to win a job on the Opening Day roster, has displayed the athleticism that makes him an intriguing center field candidate for the future.
