Scouting Report: Andy Ibáñez
Athletics | 3B
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Summary
Andy Ibáñez, 33-year-old Cuban utility infielder, was designated for assignment by the Mets on May 12, 2026, after being claimed off waivers from the Athletics on April 30. He appeared in only 3 games with the Mets, going 0-for-6 with 2 sacrifice flies. Across both the Athletics and Mets in 2026, he has gone 2-for-23 (.087 BA) with a .202 OPS in 26 plate appearances. He also committed two throwing errors in a loss to the Diamondbacks, with manager Carlos Mendoza noting these were routine plays that should have been made. Ibáñez cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Syracuse on May 16. This marks his third designation for assignment in 2026 (previously with Dodgers and Athletics).
Strengths
- Career .272/.316/.437 slash line vs. left-handed pitching (108 wRC+)
- Solid track record as a platoon option against lefties during 2023-24 with Detroit (.278/.331/.480)
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