New York Mets Add Infield Depth, Sign Jon Singleton and Niko Goodrum to Minor League Deals
The New York Mets have added depth to their infield by agreeing to terms with first baseman Jon Singleton and third baseman Niko Goodrum on minor league contracts. Both players bring valuable major league experience and positional versatility, adding depth and potential flexibility to the organization’s roster moving forward.
Jon Singleton, 32, was once a highly-touted prospect in the Houston Astros organization and briefly showed flashes of power during his early MLB days. After a long absence from the majors due to performance issues and off-field challenges, Singleton made an inspiring return to the big leagues in 2023 with the Milwaukee Brewers. In 2023, he appeared in 35 games, hitting .152 with two home runs and 10 RBIs. Although those numbers weren’t eye-popping, Singleton demonstrated his trademark patience at the plate and strong defensive skills at first base. The Mets will likely be hoping he can regain some of the form that made him a top prospect and serve as insurance in case of injuries or slumps at the big league level.
Niko Goodrum, 32, offers a different kind of value with his defensive versatility. A switch-hitter with major league experience dating back to 2017, Goodrum has played every infield position and all three outfield spots during his career. Most notably, he spent several seasons with the Detroit Tigers, where he served as a super-utility player. In 2021, he hit .214 with 9 home runs and 33 RBIs across 90 games. Goodrum most recently played in the majors with the Houston Astros in 2022 but spent the majority of that season in Triple-A. He provides depth across the diamond and gives the Mets a reliable, experienced option who can fill in multiple roles if needed.
The additions of Singleton and Goodrum reflect a broader trend by the Mets this offseason of building organizational depth and competition. With new President of Baseball Operations David Stearns leading the way, the front office has made it clear they want a deeper, more flexible roster to withstand the ups and downs of a long season.
While neither player is guaranteed a spot on the major league roster, both Singleton and Goodrum are seasoned veterans who could prove valuable if called upon. Whether it’s a short-term injury fill-in or a long-term contributor, the Mets are keeping their options open heading into the 2025 campaign.
Both players are expected to report to Triple-A Syracuse to begin the season. If they perform well and circumstances align, it wouldn’t be surprising to see one or both make their way to Citi Field at some point in 2025.
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