Mets Notes: Baty, Robert, Alvarez, Polanco
Key Points:
- Brett Baty is on a slower recovery from a minor hamstring issue but is not expected to miss the start of the season, with over a month before Opening Day to get reps in.
- The Mets' infield positions are in flux due to acquisitions of Marcus Semien and Bo Bichette, and Francisco Lindor's recent hamate surgery could lead to lineup adjustments involving Baty, Bichette, and Ronny Mauricio.
- Outfielders Luis Robert Jr., Francisco Alvarez, and Jorge Polanco will be managed carefully in spring training due to injury histories, with Robert focusing on strengthening his lower body to avoid recurring hip and hamstring issues.
- The Mets made significant investments in Robert and Polanco, including a $20