The top of our prospect rankings is still to come, but the middle tier of the system has quietly gotten stronger in recent years. This group features several intriguing athletes with premium athleticism, including a record-setting international shortstop and an unusually quick-footed catcher.

15. OF Eli Serrano III

B/T: L/L               Age: 22
Ht: 6’5″                 Wt: 201 lb
ETA:  2027
Acquired: 2024 Amateur Draft, Round 4 Selection (North Carolina State University)
2024 Stats: .222/.332/.358 (383 PA)

In Eli Serrano III, the Mets have a high-ceiling left-handed bat whose 2025 season was significantly affected by a midseason injury. Before rolling his ankle in May, he slashed .241/.366/.441 with Brooklyn, a park famously difficult for left-handed power hitters. Serrano’s most advanced tool is his disciplined eye, reflected in a 13.1% walk rate and a solid 10.2% swinging-strike rate. Those numbers are especially impressive for a 6-foot-5 hitter with longer levers. While his season-ending .222 average looks underwhelming, his 113 wRC+ still shows he produced above league average by consistently reaching base and limiting strikeouts.

In 2026, Serrano is likely to move to Double-A, where his power will face a new test. According to Baseball America, his long-term projection is contributing to the big-league outfield as a platoon option against right-handed pitching. He will likely need one of his tools to take another step forward to get farther than that. To reach his 20-homer ceiling, he will need to pull the ball in the air more consistently. Defensively, Serrano has above-average range that should allow him to remain in center field for now, though his large frame could eventually push him to a corner as he continues to fill out.

A recent report from The Athletic’s Will Sammon noted that Serrano added considerable muscle during the offseason to better leverage his 111 mph max exit velocity. If that added strength translates in games, it could help him grow into more consistent power while maintaining his solid contact floor.

14. C/OF Chris Suero

B/T: R/R               Age: 22
Ht: 5’11″                 Wt: 205 lb
ETA:  2027
Acquired: 2022 International Free Agency, Dominican Republic
2024 Stats: .233/.379/.407 (475 PA)

Chris Suero has rapidly climbed the Mets’ prospect rankings through his athleticism and versatility. Originally born in the Bronx but signed as an international free agent in 2022, he finished the 2025 season with a 140 wRC+ across High-A and Double-A. His offensive profile is anchored by a 14.7% walk rate and a rare blend of power and speed for a catcher. He hit 16 home runs and stole 35 bases in 2025. Suero also employs a heavy pull-side approach, with 54.9% of his balls in play going to the pull side, helping him maximize his raw power despite a batting average that currently suffers from a 15.9% swinging-strike rate.

In 2026, Suero will likely return to Double-A Binghamton to refine his consistency in making contact. Still, a promotion to Triple-A Syracuse would not be surprising if he starts the season strong. His defensive versatility is a major asset for the organization. In 2025, he logged meaningful innings at catcher, first base, and left field. That flexibility gives him a path to the majors as a utility option and secondary catcher who can contribute in several roles. If the strikeout rate can come down a notch, he’d be on track to debut around 2027 as a versatile bench piece or platoon bat.

13. OF Nick Morabito

B/T: R/R               Age: 22 (05/07/2003)
Ht: 5’10″                 Wt: 185 lb
ETA:  2027
Acquired: 2022 Amateur Draft, Round 2 Selection (Gonzaga College High School, Washington DC)
2024 Stats: .273/.348/.385 (492 PA)

Nick Morabito is on the precipice of the major league roster. The Mets added him to the 40-man in November to protect him from the Rule 5 Draft, though he will likely need to perform well in Triple-A before earning a call-up. In Double-A last season, Morabito showcased his speed by swiping 59 bags. His offensive game relies on a high-contact approach paired with a heavy ground-ball profile, as evidenced by a 53.9% ground-ball rate and a .355 BABIP (after an even higher .390 mark in 2024). While he lacks power, he compensates with his ability to consistently put the ball in play and create pressure on the base paths, giving him a solid offensive floor.

Morabito is likely destined for a fourth outfielder role as the next Tyrone Taylor, unless he significantly exceeds expectations. Still, it could be more likely than not that he sees time in Queens this season. If an injury creates an opening, Morabito could be one of the next men up despite not yet appearing in Triple-A. Defensively, he is considered a plus outfielder, as he possesses the speed to cover significant ground.

To strengthen his profile, he will need to address a strikeout rate that climbed to 23.4% in Double-A and find ways to drive the ball more effectively into the gaps. A 5% home-run-to-fly-ball rate suggests that real home run power is unlikely, so the Mets’ development staff will likely keep his swing relatively flat to maximize contact unless they identify another way to unlock more impact at the plate.

12. INF Mitch Voit

B/T: R/R               Age: 21 (09/30/2004)
Ht: 6’0″                 Wt: 201 lb
ETA:  2028
Acquired: 2025 Amateur Draft, Round 1 Selection (University of Michigan)
2024 Stats: .235/.343/.294 (99 PA)

Drafted 38th overall in the 2025 draft out of the University of Michigan, Mitch Voit entered the Mets organization with a dynamic power-speed profile. He put himself on the map during a monstrous 2025 collegiate season, slashing .346/.471/.668 with 14 home runs and finishing with an elite 157 wRC+, ultimately earning a $1.75 million signing bonus.

Voit’s 22-game professional debut in Single-A featured some expected growing pains, but the underlying metrics were encouraging. While his .235 average and 89 wRC+ were clearly below-average and showed that he needed a little adjustment period, he still posted an impressive 13.1% walk rate against professional pitching. The primary factor behind his low .294 slugging percentage was an elevated 46.6% ground-ball rate. Turning more of those ground balls into elevated contact will be key to unlocking his power as he enters his first full professional season in 2026.

Voit is also incredibly athletic in the field, possessing 60-grade speed and enough versatility to move around the infield. During his 2025 debut, the Mets primarily deployed him at second base (12 games), while also giving him looks at shortstop (5 games) and third base (1 game). His offensive upside suggests he could eventually profile as an offense-first second baseman or a super-utility option capable of driving the ball into the gaps.

11. SS Wandy Asigen

B/T: R/R               Age: 19 (08/21/2009)
Ht: 6’0″                 Wt: 180 lb
ETA:  2028
Acquired: 2026 International Free Agency, Dominican Republic
2024 Stats: No Professional Stats

The saga surrounding Wandy Asigen’s path to Flushing was one of the more intriguing storylines of the 2026 international signing period. Originally expected to sign with the Yankees on a handshake deal, the 16-year-old shortstop became a free agent after front-office turnover reportedly led the Yankees to attempt to alter their agreement. The Mets swooped in, trading left-handed pitching prospect Franklin Gomez to the Guardians for $1.5 million in international bonus pool money to help fund Asigen’s $3.9 million signing bonus on January 15.

Hailing from Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, Asigen arrives with a reputation as one of the most advanced offensive prospects in the 2026 class. Despite being among the youngest players available — he will not turn 17 until August 2026 — his left-handed swing already looks extremely impressive. With exit velocities clocked at north of 110 mph, Asigen features explosive bat speed, quick hands, and natural lift that could eventually translate into 25-plus home run power. He also gained international experience representing the Dominican Republic at the 2024 WBSC U-15 Baseball World Cup, where he showcased good plate discipline by drawing 12 walks in eight games.

While the power ceiling is immense, Asigen currently carries a power-over-hit profile. Baseball America evaluators noted some swing-and-miss tendencies against live pitching, particularly against elevated fastballs on the outer third during the World Cup. Additionally, their scouts wrote that he’ll need to learn to “slow the game down and play under control.” Defensively, he is a quick-twitch athlete with 60-grade speed, reportedly clocked at 6.5 seconds in the 60-yard dash, and he currently uses that athleticism at shortstop. Although his arm strength is closer to average, his instincts and lateral quickness give him a chance to remain there, though he may ultimately fit better at second or third base if he outgrows the position.