Carson Benge

This 23-year-old right fielder arrives in Queens as a prospect with legitimate youth appeal, carrying momentum from his dominant 2025 minor league campaign that earned him high-level accolades and recognition across multiple organizations. Early 2026 production shows a player still acclimating to big league pitching, with a .257 average and modest power output through 307 at-bats, though his speed remains intriguing with 11 stolen bases suggesting offensive versatility beyond pure slugging. The power upside hasn't materialized yet—just nine home runs and 32 RBI aren't eye-catching—but his 44 runs scored in a limited role indicates he's getting consistent opportunities and run creation from high in the order. Fantasy managers chasing upside should view Benge as a speculative hold with significant adjustment risk; if he taps into his prospect pedigree and gains more consistent playing time, his combination of average, speed, and power could develop into a useful complementary piece as the season progresses.