Observations from Mets’ spring coaching on Saturday:
Good signal
Francisco Alvarez, whose early a part of the 2025 season was marred by a fractured hamate bone, homered on a again discipline in a dwell batting observe session Saturday morning.
The catcher is attempting to regain the shape he confirmed within the second half of final yr, when he had a .921 OPS following his return to the majors on July 21 after a tough first half.
Two unhealthy
The Mets had some acquainted faces within the high half of the lineup, however the group managed only a pair of hits towards Miami.
Their first hit didn’t come till Austin Barnes’ single within the backside of the fifth.
Caught my eye
Ronny Mauricio, who obtained the beginning at shortstop, additionally stole second as he appears to carve out a task for himself on the roster with Francisco Lindor out with a fractured hamate bone.
Sunday’s schedule
Who’s prepared for the Subway Collection?
In all probability nobody, however the Mets will journey to face the Yankees at Steinbrenner Discipline in Tampa on Sunday at 1:05 p.m.
Justin Hagenman is anticipated to make the beginning.
— Dan Martin
