A Familiar Face Returns to Queens: Mets Strike Reunion with Beloved All-Star

The New York Mets have already made the move of the offseason by signing Juan Soto. They are trying to reunite with Pete Alonso but could end up reuniting with a different star if he leaves.

Alonso has been the Mets’ top priority after signing Soto to a 15-year, $765 million deal. However, if the two sides cannot come to terms on an agreement, the Mets will likely move Mark Vientos to first base. ESPN’s David Schoenfield suggested the Mets could re-sign Jose Iglesias to play third base in that case.

“The Mets might not need to bring him back since they have Jeff McNeil, Luisangel Acuna and Ronny Mauricio, but McNeil didn’t hit, Acuna didn’t hit much in the minors and Mauricio is returning from a knee injury,” wrote Schoenfield. “If the Mets don’t sign Alonso and have to move Mark Vientos to first base, Iglesias could return as an infield option.”

Vientos was beloved by Mets fans and players. He was the singer and creator of the Mets anthem in 2024, “OMG.” Iglesias played in 85 games, slashing .337/.381/.830 for the Mets. He also plays great defense. He is long removed from his All-Star season in 2015, but he can be a valuable player for the Mets.

He would be a cheap addition and allow the Mets to have some flexibility off the bench if other options do not work out in the infield. Iglesias is 35 years old but may have enough left in the tank to be an asset for the Mets again.

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