Gonzalez retired from baseball Saturday, the first baseman announced on his personal Instagram page.

EDGE Analysis

Gonzalez spent 15 seasons in the majors, appearing for the Rangers, Padres, Red Sox, Dodgers and Mets. He'll retire with 2,050 hits and 317 homers. His last MLB action came in 2018, but he did appear in the Mexican League and at the Olympics last season.

Gonzalez held a workout for teams earlier in January, John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 36-year-old seems fully intent on playing in 2019, but he's unlikely to have much of a market after slashing .237/.299/.373 with only six home runs in 187 plate appearances last season with the Mets. If he's willing to accept a minor-league deal, Gonzalez shouldn't have much trouble getting a look in a big-league camp this spring, but the odds are probably against him making an Opening Day roster.

Gonzalez told MLB Network Radio on Tuesday that he plans to play next season.

EDGE Analysis

Gonzalez opened the season as the Mets' primary first baseman, but he was cut loose after hitting just .237/.299/.373 with six homers through 54 games. It sounds like veteran first baseman wants to play one more season before retiring in an effort to end his playing career on a positive note. Seeing as Gonzalez has played in just 125 game over the past two seasons, hitting .240/.292/.363 with nine homers over that stretch, he doesn't figure to carry much fantasy value even if he does latch on somewhere.

Gonzalez is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cubs.

EDGE Analysis

Gonzalez will take his usual seat on the bench with a southpaw in Jose Quintana starting for the Cubs. Jay Bruce will pick up a start at first base in his stead, opening up a spot for Jose Bautista to start in the outfield.

Gonzalez went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Wednesday's win over the Braves.

EDGE Analysis

He's now racked up a .313/.353/.469 slash line over his last 10 games with a homer, four RBI and four runs, although the home run and all the RBI have come in his last three contests. Gonzalez's production will likely remain spotty hitting sixth in an inconsistent Mets offense, but the 36-year-old is still capable of making a contribution in deeper fantasy formats.

Gonzalez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's loss to the Braves.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran slugger now has six homers and 22 RBI in 44 games to go along with a .255/.325/.409 slash line -- an improvement on his awful 2017, but still below the standards of his best years with the Dodgers. Gonzalez should continue to see consistent at-bats for now, but if the reeling Mets decide to pack it in for the season, expect them to turn first base over to a younger player, whether it's Dominic Smith or top prospect Peter Alonso.

Gonzalez is out of Monday's lineup against the Braves, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

With the Mets facing a southpaw (Max Fried), Gonzalez will head to the bench and Jay Bruce will move in to play first base, hitting fifth. The emergence of Brandon Nimmo could push Bruce to first base more often once Yoenis Cespedes (hip) comes off the disabled list in a couple weeks.

Gonzalez is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Marlins, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

As per usual, Gonzalez will head to the bench with a southpaw (Caleb Smith) on the mound for the opposition. Wilmer Flores will slide over to first base in his stead, opening up a spot for Jose Reyes to start at the hot corner.

Gonzalez is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Diamondbacks, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Left-hander Patrick Corbin will take the ball for Arizona on Saturday, resulting in Wilmer Flores getting the start at first base. Another lefty in Clay Buchholz is expected to start for the Diamondback again Sunday, so Gonzalez could see the bench for back-to-back games.

Gonzalez is out of the lineup versus Toronto on Wednesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

With left-hander J.A. Happ on the mound for the Blue Jays, manager Mickey Callaway decided to keep Gonzalez on the bench in favor of Wilmer Flores at first base. Over the course of 31 games, Gonzalez is hitting .258 with a .766 OPS and 20 RBI.