why do 35% of sports fans think the Mets can still make the playoffs without mcneel let's dive in the New York Mets are rethinking their second base strategy after Jeff mcneel's season-ending wrist injury with mcneel sidelined the Mets are exploring several options to fill the Gap veteran Jose elisius known for his prowess against left-handed pitchers is expected to take the lead but don't expect him to play every game manager Carlos Mendoza plans a platoon system to keep aesus fresh Pablo Reyes who's been getting strong at AAA Syracuse is also in the mix he's a versatile choice and could provide a solid backup top prospect lisis angal lakuna might get a call up but his inconsistent performance this season has raised some doubts the Mets are also eyeing Luke Ritter from Triple A who has shown promise with his Bat as the Mets navigate through McNeil's absence every move is crucial to keep their playoff hopes alive stay tuned as we follow the Met's second base shakeup