Rising Mets Prospect
Former Panas Star Sammy Stafura Rapidly Advances Through New York Mets Organization
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Sammy Stafura, a 2023 Walter Panas graduate and Gatorade New York Baseball Player of the Year, has joined the New York Mets organization and could reach the majors as early as next season. The 21-year-old shortstop was traded to the Mets after being drafted in the second round by the Cincinnati Reds, and now plays for the High A Brooklyn Cyclones North Jersey.
Stafura's path to the big leagues looks promising. In high school, he hit .516 with 40 RBIs and 29 stolen bases, leading Panas to the 2023 Section 1 Class B title. This season with Brooklyn, he's batting .265 with 20 home runs, 56 RBIs and 21 stolen bases in 287 at-bats Yahoo Sports.
High School Star Makes Pro Jump
Stafura put up elite numbers at Walter Panas High School before turning pro. His .516 batting average ranked among the state's best. He drove in 40 runs and stole 29 bases in a single season. Ithaca Journal reported he earned the Gatorade New York Baseball Player of the Year award for his standout performance.
The shortstop led his team to multiple championships. Panas won the 2023 Section 1 Class B title under his leadership. The team also reached the Class B state championship game, showcasing the depth of talent in his class.
Cincinnati Trade Sends Him East to Mets
After being drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in the second round, Stafura's path took an unexpected turn. The Reds traded him to the New York Mets in exchange for righty reliever Luke Weaver and cash considerations lohud. The deal positioned Stafura in a major market where he could develop closer to home.
Now playing for the High A Brooklyn Cyclones, Stafura is part of the Mets' immediate pipeline to the majors. His position in the organization suggests the team views him as a prospect with significant upside.
Strong Performance in High A Ball
Stafura is producing at the High A level despite his young age. Through his season with Brooklyn, he has 20 home runs and 56 RBIs in 287 at-bats. His .265 batting average reflects the competitive jump from high school to professional baseball North Jersey.
His speed remains elite even in pro baseball. Stafura stole 21 bases this season, showing he hasn't lost his aggressive running style. Yahoo Sports suggests a 2027 call-up to the Mets is possible, though development time in the minors will likely continue.
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