Mets’ Brett Baty records two defensive gems in exhibition tie
Notable items from Thursday’s Mets’ Grapefruit League game: flashing leather In the Mets’ shutout exhibition tie against the Cardinals on Thursday in Jupiter, Florida, Brett Batty made two leaping grabs on line drives to help preserve Jose Butt’s fourth shutout. . Batty has been solid defensively this spring, with eight hits in 32 at-bats (.250 […]
Two Mets relievers battling for bullpen spots have solid outings
Notable items from Wednesday’s Mets’ Grapefruit League game: Pen pal Jorge Lopez and Shintaro Fujinami, two relief pitchers who have had mixed results this spring but could play important roles for the Mets behind strong arms in the bullpen, each pitched one inning. , he did not allow a hit and had a total of […]
Mets’ Kodai Senga might need extra time before throwing again
PORT STREET LUCIE — It may take longer than expected for Kodai Chiga to start pitching again. This Friday, Chiga will be out for three weeks after receiving a PRP injection due to tightness in his right shoulder. However, while that date was initially targeted as a possible return to pitching for the right-handed pitcher, […]
What Francisco Lindor has learned about Mets in spring training
PORT STREET LUCIE — Tuesday marked one month since Mets pitchers and catchers reported. With spring training well behind us, a general feel for the club may be starting to develop. There’s still work to be done on the Opening Day roster, but we’ve reached a point in camp where the players are getting used […]
Mets’ Jose Quintana has strong four-inning scoreless outing
Notable items from Tuesday’s Mets’ Grapefruit League game: Good stuff’ Jose Quintana, one of the Mets’ potential starters for Opening Day, showed off his strong pitching once again, allowing just two hits in four scoreless innings. He lowered his ERA to 2.08 in spring training and said, “Everything is working really well right now.” Jose […]
Mets’ Joey Lucchesi thinks he has answer for his wildness
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — When Joey Lucchesi was ejected and analyzed his first Grapefruit League appearance, the left-hander realized he had lost control of his tempo. And that doesn’t usually happen, he said. He went wild, striking out batters in 1 1/3 innings during the Mets’ 4-1 loss to the Nationals on Tuesday at […]
Jeff McNeil’s behind-the-scene Mets spring showing signs of a revival
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Jeff McNeil hasn’t had a Grapefruit League at-bat yet to examine his early-season progress. He’s been experiencing various obstacles caused by a partially torn left UCL and soreness in his left bicep, meaning his hitting progress has only been gradual in recent days. dry swing. Tea work. Also batting practice. […]
Mark Vientos showing signs of life at plate in bid for Mets role
PORT STREET LUCIE — Mark Vientos always knew his potential on the opposite field, but it rarely translated into hits during his first experience in MLB life. Three of his nine home runs last year went to right-center field. A few singles on the right. He has one home run inside the area in 2022. […]
Jorge Lopez believes he still has the ‘stuff’ to be key Mets arm
PORT STREET LUCIE — Carlos Mendoza witnessed it firsthand when he was with the Yankees. slider. Two-seam fastball. In 2022, Jorge Lopez will be the dynamic anchor of the Orioles’ bullpen, with six of his first 44 appearances (19 saves leading to an All-Star appearance) coming against their AL East rivals. It was a battle. […]
Tylor Megill adds another superb outing in bid for Mets rotation spot
PORT STREET SEA — Tyler Megill was all smiles when asked if he liked the chance to fill a vacant spot in the Mets’ rotation after Monday’s road trip. “Well, that’s out of my hands,” Megill said. “I just have to keep pitching and keep doing what I have to do.” That night, he continued […]