Since Jose Reyes, the only speedy guy to ever play for the Mets was Eric Young Jr. Eric Young was not an exceptional hitter, he was not an exceptional fielder, he was however, a great clubhouse guy, and a speed threat off the bench.

During the arbitration deadline, the Mets decided to offer contracts to Ruben Tejada was offered a contract, in addition to Daniel Murphy, Lucas Duda, Dillon Gee, Ruben Tejada, Jenrry Mejia and Bobby Parnell, all of whom will have their 2015 salary negotiated with the team of with an arbitrator.