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A.J. Ewing is a professional baseball player, currently a center fielder for the New York Mets. He is recognized as a promising young talent, having made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut in May 2026 ⁵⁶.

Early Life and Draft

Born on August 10, 2004, in Kettering, Ohio, Andrew Joseph "A.J." Ewing attended Springboro High School in Springboro, Ohio ³⁵⁶. He was drafted by the New York Mets in the fourth round (134th overall) of the 2023 MLB June Amateur Draft ²³⁵. Ewing signed with the Mets for $675,000 ².

Professional Career Progression

Ewing began his professional career with the rookie-level Florida Complex League (FCL) Mets, playing in seven games in 2023 ². He continued to play with the FCL Mets in the 2024 season ². By April 2026, he was playing for the Syracuse Mets, the Triple-A affiliate of the New York Mets, where he nearly hit for the cycle in his Triple-A debut ⁴.

MLB Debut and Impact

Ewing made his MLB debut with the New York Mets on May 12, 2026, at the age of 21 ⁵⁶. His debut performance was described as "sparkling" by some sources ⁸. A scout who followed Ewing's career noted his skill set and character, which contributed to him being a fourth-round pick ⁷. As of July 2026, he is listed as a center fielder for the New York Mets ³. His current height is 5' 10" and he weighs 160 lbs, batting left-handed and throwing right-handed ¹³.