A.J. Ewing’s glove quickly becoming difference-maker for Mets
A.J. Ewing is making a significant impact for the New York Mets with his defensive skills. Since his promotion on May 12, he has shown impressive abilities in center field, contributing to the team's recent victory against the Cincinnati Reds. Manager Carlos Mendoza praised Ewing's growing comfort and communication on the field.
- ▪A.J. Ewing made two crucial defensive plays during the Mets' 4-2 win against the Reds.
- ▪He initially gained attention with a strong MLB debut, including a triple, stolen base, and three walks.
- ▪Ewing's promotion on May 12 has highlighted his defensive capabilities, which are becoming vital for the team.
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New York Mets A.J. Ewing’s glove quickly becoming difference-maker for Mets By Ryan Dunleavy Published May 28, 2026, 8:36 p.m. ET New York Mets center fielder A.J. Ewing catches a fly ball hit by Cincinnati Reds' Dane Myers during the seventh inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in New York. AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura A.J. Ewing looked just as smooth gliding to the center-field warning track and reaching back for the wall as he did running forward to make an all-or-nothing dive. Two very different plays, two outs in Wednesday’s 4-2 win against the Reds to snap the Mets’ five-game losing streak headed into Thursday’s off day.
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