How Kevin Parada is making his case to be a part of the Mets’ plans when they already have their catcher of the future

Kevin Parada has never been on time for a team workout, practice or game with Brooklyn Cyclones.

He’s always been early.

As the Mets have punted on the 2023 — and perhaps the 2024 — seasons, the organization has restocked the farm system at the trade deadline with an influx of talented prospects including infielder Luisangel Acuña and outfielder Drew Gilbert.

But a potential franchise cornerstone has been with the Mets the whole time — he was early to the team’s new timeline, too.