Mets: Next 3 prospects who should be called up

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 29: Edwin Diaz #39 and James McCann #33 of the New York Mets celebrate after the final out completing a combined no-hitter in the game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field on April 29, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) /

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PORT ST. LUCIE, FLORIDA – MARCH 16: Jose Butto #70 of the New York Mets poses during Photo Day at Clover Park on March 16, 2022 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. (Photo by Benjamin Rusnak/Getty Images) /

2. RHP José Butto (Double-A Binghamton)

Brett Baty’s teammate, right-hander José Butto, will probably also make his major league debut at some point this season.

Butto, a 24-year-old starter, has been in the Mets system since 2017 and has looked very solid through his first 330+ innings in the minors, posting a 3.37 ERA with 341 strikeouts against just 92 walks.

Butto, the Mets No. 12 prospect, features a low-90’s fastball that can occasionally reach as high as 96, paired with a changeup that is said to be his best pitch. He also has a curveball that he is still honing to perfection, but it is still a usable weapon in his repertoire.

In four starts this season, Butto has pitched 18 innings of 26-strikeout, six-walk ball, posting a 3.00 ERA and owning a 1-2 record. Innings are as important as ever in today’s game, and Butto has two complete games under his belt in the minor leagues already, showcasing his stamina and impressive ability to successfully carve through lineups multiple times.

With multiple Mets veterans struggling in the bullpen early on in the season, José Butto could potentially replace one of them should the club look to cut ties with them. His lack of a defined third pitch could result in his long-term role being in the bullpen regardless. Mixed with his high-strikeout abilities, Butto could even be a potential closer down the line.

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