The aftermath of Nick Madrigal’s severe shoulder injury likely will not include the Mets revisiting the Jose Iglesias option. They still view Iglesias as “not a fit” for their roster, according to a person familiar with the Mets’ thinking.

Nick Madrigal, Brett Baty and Luisangel Acuña will compete for a spot on the Mets’ Opening Day roster as a bench bat and defensive backup.

The New York Mets added another slugger to their ranks Monday night, acquiring Chicago Cubs outfielder Alexander Canario for cash considerations. Canario, who turns 25 in May, hit .286 with two home runs and eight RBI over two years with the Cubs.

The Mets still don't intend to bring back veteran infielder Jose Iglesias after losing Nick Madrigal to injury. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

The Mets have a few candidates for the utility infield role, including Nick Madrigal, Brett Baty and Luisangel Acuña.

Dealt to New York

An early favorite to make the New York Mets Opening Day roster, there's now less doubt than ever which player to pick.

Nick Madrigal's injury opened a spot on the New York Mets Opening Day roster, and two of the organization's young prospects - Brett Baty and Luisangel Acuña - are doing their best to impress the front office.

Iglesias was a big reason New York enjoyed a summer turnaround last season that ended with the team completing a trip to the National League Championship Series.