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“Put him on Pete Alonso, JD Martinez hitting program” – Ex-Mets GM breaks down Gunnar Henderson’s offensive woes and offers a fix

Ex-New York Mets general manager Jim Duquette has seen the good version of Gunnar Henderson, and he has watched the Baltimore Orioles’ trade market open around him.

By Kaushani Chatterjee · Sportskeeda

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 3:14 PM

Key Things to Know

Former Mets GM Jim Duquette recommended Gunnar Henderson adopt J.D. Martinez's hitting drills to fix his offensive slump.
Henderson's batting average dropped to .225 with 24 home runs in 2026 after hitting 37 homers in 2024.
The Baltimore Orioles are reportedly reluctant to trade Henderson despite listening to offers across their roster.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Mets general manager Jim Duquette suggested on the Foul Territory podcast that the Baltimore Orioles should adjust Gunnar Henderson's hitting mechanics rather than trade him. Duquette proposed using the hitting approach J.D. Martinez shared with Pete Alonso with the Mets in 2024 to correct Henderson's swing. Henderson's production declined to a .225 batting average with 24 home runs in 2026, following a strong 37-homer campaign in 2024.

While Baltimore is exploring roster changes after a 79-82 season under Mike Elias and Jared Banner, trading the 25-year-old shortstop remains unlikely without a massive return. Henderson remains under club control through 2028.

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