Acuña Shines in Venezuelan League

Luisangel Acuña had a big night in the Venezuelan Winter League, going 3-for-5 at the plate with a double while scoring two runs and stealing three bases. Acuña has hit the ground running in the VWL, slashing .333/.385/.667 with two extra-base hits in three games.

Acuña’s strong start in winter ball is an encouraging sign for the Mets. The former top-100 prospect filled in nicely for the Mets when Francisco Lindor missed a week and change in September with a back issue, and could factor into the team’s plans for 2025. Hopefully, he can carry this success over into the 2025 major league season where he will be looking to make the Mets opening day roster.

AFL Ends For Gilbert and Reimer

In what would be their final Arizona Fall League game, Drew Gilbert and Jacob Reimer both played and had quiet performances. Drew Gilbert, playing center field went 0-for-2 with two walks, and Jacob Reimer, playing left field went 1-for-5 with a double.

Gilbert has shown much more patience at the plate in the AFL than he did in Triple-A and despite the low batting average he is showing a noticeable change in his hit profile possibly tapping into more power. His final slash line was .208/.380/.403 for a .783 OPS with two doubles, four home runs, and nine RBI. He walked 17 times, struck out 14, and stole 2 bases.

Meanwhile, Reimer getting another start in left field is a sign that the Mets organization may want the prospect to be versatile in the field. This news doesn’t come as a shock, since Reimer has shown a great eye at the plate despite only being 20 years old and nearly missing the entire 2024 season. Overall Reimer slashed .208/.371/.359 for a .730 OPS while hitting one triple, two home runs, and 13 RBI. He walked 15 times and struck out 13 while stealing one base.

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