Notable items from Monday’s Mets’ Grapefruit League game:
tonkin tough
Michael Tonkin, competing for a spot in the Mets’ bullpen, pitched 1 1/3 innings with no runs and three strikeouts in a 1-0 exhibition loss to the Marlins in Port St. Lucie.
Tonkin, who allowed one hit and one walk, has not allowed an earned run in three spring games.
lights, camera
There was a power outage at Clover Park after the first pitch, but it was quickly restored.
However, SNY, which needed to be restarted, stopped broadcasting after the first inning.
It caught my eye
Francisco Alvarez continued his impressive spring training behind the plate, throwing out John Berti as he tried to steal second base.
Alvarez has thrown out five of 12 runners (41.6 percent) who attempted to steal bases against him in the Grapefruit League.
Tuesday schedule
Jose Quintana is scheduled to play against the Nationals in West Palm Beach, Florida.
