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Stay or Go: Should the Mets bring Ronny Mauricio back for 2027?

The New York Mets face a critical decision heading into the 2027 season regarding the future of infielder Ronny Mauricio, whose major league career has been marked by flashes of power but persistent inconsistency. At just 25 years old, Mauricio has shown explosive potential with exit velocities and home run power, most recently delivering a standout performance in the final two games of the 2026 season—including a four-hit, three-homer outburst with six RBIs.

However, his offensive production remains underwhelming, with a career batting average never exceeding .248 and an inability to draw walks, as evidenced by his near-bottom league chase percentage in three seasons. Injuries have further complicated his trajectory, sidelining him for the entire 2024 season and parts of 2025 and 2026, including a fractured thumb during a headfirst slide in 2026.

With no minor league options remaining, the Mets must now decide whether to invest in Mauricio’s raw athleticism and occasional brilliance or move on from a player whose offensive limitations and injury history have hindered his development so far.

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