Mets Claim Infielder Who Had .981 OPS In Triple-A Last Season Off Waivers

New York Mets infielder Kyren ParisOn Thursday, the New York Mets claimed Kyren Paris off waivers and designated Cristian Pache for assignment.Paris was a second-round pick of the Los Angeles Angels in 2019 and made his big-league debut in 2023. He has only appeared in 88 games for the Angels, but the 24-year-old found success in Triple-A last season.Paris is not going to be expected to be a star for the Mets, but he could certainly compete for a spot on the opening day roster. He primarily plays shortstop and second base, but can also fill in as an outfielder. His versatility gives him a leg up, but he will have to prove himself with the bat.Last season, he played 62 games for Triple-A Salt Lake, slashing .307/.427/.554. There is a big difference between Triple-A pitching and big league pitching, but there is some potential there. He hit 13 home runs as well.Looking for the perfect gift for a baseball player in your life? Check out our brand new baseball lifestyle brand!Salt Lake is generally considered a hitter-friendly environment, so Paris will need to prove that his success was more than just a result of his home ballpark.As a big leaguer, he has a .510 career OPS. This is a low-risk, high-reward addition for the Mets. If he can even turn into a depth piece, it will be considered a successful move.More MLB: Pitcher Chooses Free Agency Over Brewers Return After Winning World Series