Harrison Bader

Harrison Bader is in the Mets lineup on Wednesday against the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

Bader did not start on Tuesday, but he entered in the middle of the game and saw two at-bats. He is starting in center field and hitting No. 7 in the lineup.

Harrison Bader went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI as the Mets trounced the Pirates 9-1.

Fantasy Impact

This performance marked Bader's first home run of the season, bringing a slight boost to his otherwise modest power numbers. With a season batting average of .288 and a BABIP of .368, Bader has been finding ways to get on base.

Harrison Bader is out of the lineup for the New York Mets against the Kansas City Royals Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Bader will take a seat on the bench for manager Carlos Mendoza, with Brandon Nimmo patrolling center field and batting leadoff against the Royals Saturday.

Harrison Bader is scheduled to make his Grapefruit League debut on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Bader signed a one-year deal with the Mets this offseason. He is expected to start in center field with Brandon Nimmo moving over to left field. He has dealt with multiple injuries that have limited him the past couple of seasons, but still offers big power and speed upside when healthy.

Harrison Bader has agreed to a one-year, $10.5 million contract with the New York Mets.

Fantasy Impact

Bader was limited to 98 games in 2023 between the Yankees and Reds, hitting .232/.274/.348 with 20 stolen bases overall. He has a chance to be an everyday player in the Mets' outfield if they do not add any other pieces this offseason.