Mets Prospect Carson Benge Sets Franchise Record with Five Hits in Historic Game

Carson Benge, a highly touted prospect for the New York Mets, etched his name in franchise history on June 8, 2026. In a dominant performance against the San Diego Padres, Benge became the youngest player in Mets history to collect five hits in a single game, a remarkable feat at just 23 years and 138 days old.

Benge's explosive offensive display included his seventh career home run, hit off Padres reliever Yuki Matsui. The outfielder, who started as the leadoff hitter and played right field, consistently found gaps in the defense. His five hits, including a deep drive to right-center field that resulted in a triple, propelled the Mets to a 7-3 victory.

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Drafted 19th overall in 2024, Benge has shown impressive progression. After a challenging start to the season in April, where his OPS was 0.504, he adapted to the higher level of competition in May, posting an OPS of 0.801. His recent performance has seen his batting average climb to .265/.325/.408, with an exceptional OPS of 1.185 in his last six games this month.

This historic five-hit game, which also included a home run, places Benge in elite company within the Mets' recent history. He is the fourth rookie in the last 20 years to achieve this specific combination of hits and a home run in a single game. The Mets secured a 2-1 series win against the Padres with this victory.

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