New York Mets outfielder Carson Benge showcased his defensive prowess in the first inning against the San Diego Padres, contributing to a 2-1 victory. As a 2024 first-round pick, Benge made two crucial outfield assists that prevented runs, demonstrating his strong throwing arm. After catching a bloop single from Ty France, he threw out Jake Cronenworth at home, and later, he also tagged out Manny Machado attempting to score. Benge’s performance solidified his candidacy for the NL Rookie of the Year award.
