Brett Baty Adds Another Tool to Defensive Kit

Brett Baty adds another tool to defensive kit

Citing the flexibility it could give the team next season when Francisco Lindor needs days off, manager Andy Green said Baty has the skill set to handle the position.

Baty gets 1st MLB start at shortstop with Mets' eye on defensive versatility

WASHINGTON — In their penultimate game on Saturday, the Mets ran with an unorthodox defensive alignment, starting Brett Baty at shortstop for the first time in his career. The idea was to give Baty, who began the day with four career innings at short (all late in games this season) a chance to become acclimated in the event that he’s needed there next season. Baty, who has played six defensive positions in his career, has spent much of this year…