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The Mets made a slew of roster cuts from major league spring training on Sunday, including a few top prospects.
After picking up just one hit over his previous seven spring training games, Marcus Semien blasted a 102 mph homer and added a 101 mph sacrifice fly against Toronto. The 35-year-old is coming off back-to-back subpar seasons at the plate in Texas.
The departure of closer Edwin Diaz is obviously the biggest change, but the Mets are confident they can absorb the loss with right-hander Devin Williams. But gone are the days of having a group full of closers. The Mets had several pitchers capable of closing games last year, especially after the trade deadline.
With the rotation likely filled by Peralta, Clay Holmes, Kodai Senga, Nolan McLean, Sean Manaea and David Peterson, Scott is trying to pick up as much as he can from Peralta while they’re in camp together. He’s not alone in that attempt, as Peralta came from the Brewers highly respected, as well as successful and willing to impart his wisdom.
The exasperation that Mets fans and officials have sometimes felt about Kodai Senga is rooted in his talent. At his best, Senga has been a dynamic force on the mound, capable of throwing in the upper
The New York Mets could really use a rebound from a number of starting pitchers this season. But one arm in particular will play a key role in the rotation's s
The Mets had both of their most recent first-round picks in their starting lineup against the Astros on Saturday night.