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Veteran Outfielder Pham Ready for Mets Call-Up
11 Apr
Summary
- Tommy Pham is nearing a call-up to Triple-A Syracuse.
- Manager Mendoza believes Pham is close to game-ready.
- Pham previously played for the Mets in 2023 before a trade.
Tommy Pham, who signed a minor league contract with the New York Mets on Opening Day 2026, is expected to join Triple-A Syracuse soon. Pham played his first game back with the organization at High-A St. Lucie on Thursday, going 1-for-3 with a run scored. Manager Carlos Mendoza expressed optimism about Pham's progress, stating he is not far from being game-ready at higher levels.
Last season with Pittsburgh, Pham posted a .245/.330/.370 slash line with 10 home runs and 52 RBIs. During his prior stint with the Mets in 2023, he slashed .268/.348/.472 with 10 home runs and 36 RBIs in 79 games before being traded. His potential return offers veteran depth for the Mets' outfield, which has seen instability due to injuries.
If Pham performs well at Triple-A Syracuse during his ramp-up, he could be on the cusp of contributing to the major league team later in the 2026 season. This expected assignment to Syracuse represents a positive step in his progression back to the big leagues.
