Mike Tauchman Becomes Free Agent After Leaving Mets

Veteran outfielder Mike Tauchman has opted out of his minor league contract with the New York Mets and is now a free agent. This decision comes after the Mets released him, as reported by Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com.

The 35-year-old Tauchman had a solid track record over the past three seasons, accumulating 1136 plate appearances with the Cubs and White Sox, where he posted a .255 batting average and a .359 on-base percentage. However, after being non-tendered by the White Sox, he signed a minor league deal with the Mets but faced setbacks due to a meniscus tear in his left knee.

Despite a promising spring training performance, Tauchman struggled in Triple-A with a .213 batting average. He has experience across all outfield positions and is considered an above-average defender. Teams seeking a left-handed bat may consider signing him, especially if he can return to his previous form.