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March 02, 2026

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Tobias Myers continued to impress on the mound, showcasing his potential for the 2026 Mets despite the team’s recent ups and downs in spring training. Meanwhile, Brett Baty's experiment at first base is raising eyebrows as he adjusts to a new position, crucial for his versatility. On a more somber note, Grae Kessinger’s significant hamstring injury could sideline him for two to three months, putting his roster spot in jeopardy. The Mets did manage a thrilling 4-3 walk-off victory against the Astros, with Clay Holmes making his final start before heading to the World Baseball Classic. Adding to the drama, manager Carlos Mendoza remains optimistic about Francisco Lindor's recovery timeline, hinting at his potential return before Opening Day. As the Mets navigate these developments, the focus remains on solidifying roles and preparing for the season ahead.

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Mets Morning News: Tobias Myers impresses, Brett Baty adjusts to first base

Mets Morning News: Tobias Myers impresses, Brett Baty adjusts to first base

Meet the Mets Tobias Myers had another solid outing yesterday, but it wasn’t enough to lead the Mets to victory against the Nationals. While Myers’s exact role for the 2026 Mets continues to be unclear, he has looked and felt great thus far in spring. Brett Baty played first base in yesterday’s game and spoke […]

Jose Rojas looks to follow up a strong 2025 in the minors

Jose Rojas looks to follow up a strong 2025 in the minors

There’s a term that you hear tossed around baseball circles a lot, especially this time of year: Quad-A player. This means someone who is probably better than Triple-A talent but isn’t necessarily cut out for the majors, either. There tends to be subsets of Quad-A players, including but not limited to the defensive whiz who […]

Grae Kessinger Sidelined By “Significant” Hamstring Injury

Grae Kessinger Sidelined By “Significant” Hamstring Injury

Mets infielder Grae Kessinger is dealing with what manager Carlos Mendoza described as “a pretty significant injury” to his hamstring, as relayed by Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. Feinsand adds that Mendoza indicated surgery is “on the table” for Kessinger and that his recovery timeline will be at least eight to twelve weeks. The news is […]

Mets Walk It Off Against The Astros In 4-3 Spring Victory

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Mets Walk It Off Against The Astros In 4-3 Spring Victory

The New York Mets continued their spring training schedule on Sunday at Clover Park against the Houston Astros. Clay Holmes made his final start prior to heading to represent Team United States at the World Baseball Classic. In the contest, the Mets and Astros were tied at three until the bottom of the ninth inning […] The post Mets Walk It Off Against The Astros In 4-3 Spring Victory appeared first on Metsmerized Online.

Spring Training Game Chat: Astros vs. Mets, 1:10 P.M.

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Spring Training Game Chat: Astros vs. Mets, 1:10 P.M.

Sunday, March 1, 2026 • 1:10 PM Clover Park • Port St. Lucie, FL RHP Jason Alexander (0-0, 54.00) vs. RHP Clay Holmes (0-0, 4.91) SNY New York Mets camp is starting to get a bit lighter, but not because of cuts. The World Baseball Classic starts this week and participating teams are starting their […] The post Spring Training Game Chat: Astros vs. Mets, 1:10 P.M. appeared first on Metsmerized Online.

Mendoza hopeful Lindor will be ready for OD, but ‘I think we’re still too early’

Mendoza hopeful Lindor will be ready for OD, but ‘I think we’re still too early’

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- The Mets are hopeful that Francisco Lindor will take the next step this week in his return from surgery on his left hand, but regardless of when the shortstop is able to start hitting again, manager Carlos Mendoza said he believes Lindor could be ready