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Mets Prospect Tayman: Fast Start Shocks Baseball
9 Oct
Summary
- Ryan Tayman's strong pro debut with a .315/.422/.548 slash line.
- He throws out 21% of runners attempting to steal.
- Mets may reconsider Francisco Alvarez's future at catcher.
Ryan Tayman, a catcher selected by the New York Mets in the ninth round, is off to a remarkable start in his professional baseball career. Named one of ten later-round picks to watch by Baseball America, Tayman has quickly impressed with his offensive production.
Over his first 20 games for Single-A St. Lucie, Tayman has achieved a .315 batting average, a .422 on-base percentage, and a .548 slugging percentage. He has hit four home runs and demonstrated a keen eye, drawing 11 walks against 15 strikeouts. Defensively, he has thrown out 21% of base stealers while starting 17 games behind the plate.
Despite some lingering concerns about swing-and-miss tendencies and pitch selection, Tayman's early success is notable. His above-average exit velocities and ability to drive the ball suggest significant power potential. This development is particularly relevant as the Mets reportedly consider changes at the catcher position, with Francisco Alvarez's performance under scrutiny.
