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The New York Mets youth movement is officially underway but is this actually part of David Stearns’ long-term vision…or simply a response to injuries, underperformance, and roster failure?

On this episode of Straight Outta Flushing, presented by Tri-State Ford, Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward break down the Mets’ recent wave of young talent arriving in Queens, including A.J. Ewing, Nick Morabito, Jonah Tong, Carson Benge, Nolan McLean, and more.

The guys discuss whether the organization is finally prioritizing athleticism and upside, if this rough 2026 season could accidentally accelerate the Mets’ future core, and which prospects should be considered completely untouchable ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline.

They also debate what this youth movement means for David Stearns’ deadline strategy moving forward:

Should the Mets double down on the kids…or use emerging young talent to make aggressive moves?

(0:00) Intro

(1:10) Mets' unexpected youth movement

(13:30) Are the Amazins' prioritizing athleticism?

(21:00) Have the Mets begun building their 2027 core?

(26:00) Which young player feels most "untouchable" now?

(31:15) Does this change the club's trade deadline plans?