Mets Lose Rookie Shortstop to National League East Rivals
Summary
The Washington Nationals have added 24-year-old rookie shortstop Tsung-Che Cheng to their team. They claimed him from the New York Mets, who had never played him in any official game. Cheng had a brief stint with the Pittsburgh Pirates and played mainly in the minor leagues last year.Key Facts
- The Washington Nationals claimed Tsung-Che Cheng from the New York Mets.
- Tsung-Che Cheng is a 24-year-old rookie shortstop.
- The Nationals made room for Cheng by designating pitcher Konnor Pilkington for assignment.
- Cheng was previously acquired by the Mets from the Tampa Bay Rays in January 2023.
- Cheng did not play any official games for the Mets or Rays.
- Cheng played three games for the Pittsburgh Pirates last season, going 0-for-7 with three strikeouts.
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