Rookie Nick Morabito Inspired by Benge and Ewing's Success as Mets Call Him Up ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Nick Morabito, a 23-year-old rookie outfielder, found renewed motivation as the New York Mets called him up to the majors for the second time this season. The call-up came on the first day of expanded September rosters, marking a significant step in his professional journey. Morabito, who had previously spent time with the Mets earlier in the season, now faces the challenge of proving himself in the big leagues while drawing inspiration from two fellow rookies, Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing, who have established themselves as key contributors for the team. Morabito’s call-up coincided with a pivotal moment in the Mets’ outfield rotation. Benge, a rookie who has emerged as a National Rookie of the Year candidate, and Ewing, the starting center fielder, have become integral to the team’s future. Their success has provided Morabito with a blueprint for his own development. “It’s super cool and comforting,” Morabito said after the Mets’ 6-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on September 1, 2026. “I played with those guys in the minor leagues and I’m tight with them. To see their success … I am hoping just to bring more of it here.” The 2022 second-round draft pick, ranked as the Mets’ No. 13 prospect by MLB Pipeline, brings a skill set similar to Benge and Ewing. Known for his athleticism, defensive prowess, and baserunning, Morabito has consistently contributed in the field, even if his offensive production has been inconsistent. During his time with Triple-A Syracuse, he posted a .254/.355/.388 slash line with 13 home runs and 42 stolen bases over 114 games.#new_york_mets #carson_benge #tampa_bay_rays #nick_morabito #aj_ewing
