Meet the Mets
The Mets fell to the Cardinals 6-0 and are now 2-2 in Grapefruit League action. Jonah Tong saw his first game action of spring and gave up a three-run home run in 2.2 innings of work. One of the candidates to make the bullpen, Adbert Alzolay, had a successful appearance in his one inning. Carson Benge was the standout on offense on an otherwise lackluster day. Benge went 3-for-3 with all three hits coming with two strikes.
Carson Benge hates striking out, which helps fuel him when he is down in the count.
Jonah Tong is in the process of developing a cutter, which he debuted against the Cardinals.
Brett Baty is happy to play anywhere in the field, hoping his versatility will keep him in the lineup.
Francisco Alvarez got the start at DH and will get behind the plate soon.
Francisco Lindor got the stitches from his surgery removed from his hand, and he is still on track for Opening Day.
Comedian John Oliver’s son was heartbroken when Pete Alonso left for the the Orioles, so now the Polar Bear is trying to convince him to become a Baltimore fan.
Around the National League East
Bryce Elder was solid in his spring start for the Braves.
The Marlins’ bullpen has a few roles up for grabs with a few arms competing for spots.
New Phillie Brad Keller thinks moving to the bullpen helped revitalize his career with the Cubs, and he hopes he can be a key contributer in Philadelphia.
The Nationals have started off spring playing well, but their defense still could use some improvement.
Around Major League Baseball
The Yankees are retiring CC Sabathia’s number with a ceremony in September.
Harrison Bader left an apology note after his home run ball dented a food truck.
During his game Josh Naylor made sure to greet and welcome home-plate umpire Jen Pawol, who became the first woman in history to umpire an MLB regular-season game last season.
Who are the top hitting prospects for each team?
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
Brian Salvatore wondered why Ji Hwan Bae is a Met.
This Date in Mets History
Happy birthday, Kevin Plawecki!
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