Mets 'not discussing' sending Carson Benge down to Triple-A, believe in rookie's growth

Mets  rookie Carson Benge made headlines on Opening Day with a home run for his first career hit, which may have raised the immediate expectations around the 23-year-old a bit too high, too fast. Since going 1-for-3 against the Pittsburgh Pirates with that home run, Benge is just 3-for-34 at the plate without another extra-base hit. Overall, Benge is hitting .

108 over 11 games this season, causing some to question if he's actually ready to play in the majors. Even with president of baseball operations David Stearns and the team backing Benge, it was asked by a reporter on Friday if there comes a point where the Mets should send Benge down to Triple-A to help improve his confidence in the plate. Stearns didn't bat an eye and said that's not something up for discussion, believing he will continue to adjust and improve as the season continues.

"We're not discussing that at all," Stearns said. "I think our view is Carson's going to figure this out. He's a good player and we're happy to have him on the team.

" When asked what he's thought of Benge so far and what he needs to show to remain in the big leagues, Stearns expressed full confidence in the young outfielder. "I think we've seen a really good athlete," Stearns said Friday ahead of the team's game vs. the Athletics.