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Mets Morning News: The sun’ll come out tomorrow

Port St. Lucie, Fla.: New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor smiles during a spring training workout in Port St. Lucie, Florida, Feb. 16, 2026. (Photo by Alejandra Villa Loarca/Newsday RM via Getty Images) | Newsday via Getty Images

Meet the Mets​

We’re 29 hours away from hearing Gary, Keith, and Ron on air for the first time in 2026, as the Mets’ spring training opener is set for a 1:10 PM EST first pitch tomorrow in Port St. Lucie. That’s a good excuse to take another look at the broadcast schedule for the Mets’ spring training games.

The Mets released their 2026 promotional schedule.

As several Mets infielders learn new positions, they’re playing a variation of HORSE during infield drills.

Speaking of infielders learning new positions, Brett Baty talked about the work he’s doing in right field as the Mets weigh their options for that position ahead of the 2026 season.

Francisco Lindor says he respects Steve Cohen’s decision to make the Mets captain-free for the remainder of the time that he owns the team.

Jonah Tong is adding a cutter to his repertoire this season.

This isn’t Mike Tauchman’s first time competing with a blue chip prospect for a spot on an Opening Day roster, as he started spring training in 2023 with the Cubs in a competition that included former Mets prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong.

Howie Rose will call fewer Mets games this season, as he will not travel for road games. Should the Mets make the postseason, though, he plans to call every one of those games.

Carlos Mendoza says the Mets’ approach to the major league implementation of the ABS strike zone challenge system is to let the players challenge as much as they want in spring training so the team can see who’s good enough at it to do it in real games.

The Mets signed right-handed pitcher Bryce Conley to a minor league deal.

Former Mets center fielder Juan Lagares announced his retirement from playing baseball.

The Mets released minor league player Jefry De Los Santos.

Around the National League East​

Battery Power writes that a healthy Austin Riley could be the key that unlocks Atlanta’s lineup.

The Good Phight looks at the relatively uninspiring options if the Phillies were to carry a third left-handed pitcher in their bullpen.

Federal Baseball writes that Landon Harmon is one of several breakout candidates in the Nationals’ farm system.

Robby Snelling, a consensus top-100 prospect in baseball, will start the Marlins’ Grapefruit League opener against the Mets tomorrow.

Around Major League Baseball​

The Brewers extended Pat Murphy’s contract as the team’s manager through the 2028 season with an option for 2029.

Owners have been pouring money into a reserve fund in anticipation of locking out the players when baseball’s current collective bargaining agreement expires.

Chris Bassitt, who serves on MLBPA’s executive subcommittee, spoke about owners’ desire to get a salary cap and said, “having suppressed salaries across the league so owners can make more money is not the answer.”

Speaking of the union, Ken Rosenthal writes that Bruce Meyer must expand his capacity to lead following his unanimous election as the organization’s interim executive director following the resignation of Tony Clark.

ESPN is launching Women’s Sports Sundays, which will feature games from the WNBA and NWSL airing in the Sunday night slot that was vacated by the network’s decision to move on from Sunday Night Baseball.

Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have pleaded not guilty to the accusations they’re facing in the fraud case that alleges they colluded with sports bettors to rig bets.

Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue​

Our daily question asked you about a spring training story line that will age poorly.

Vas Drimalitis wrote about Nick Burdi in a season preview as we continue our attempt to cover every player in major league spring training.

This Date in Mets History​

How’s this for timing? The Mets signed Tony Clark on this date in 2003.

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Mets vs. Marlins: Spring training lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 2/21/26

PORT ST. LUCIE, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 16: Juan Soto #22 of the New York Mets warms up during spring training workouts at Clover Park on February 16, 2026 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Mets lineup​

1. Marcus Semien – 2B
2. Juan Soto – LF
3. Bo Bichette – 3B
4. Tyrone Taylor – CF
5. Ronny Mauricio – SS
6. MJ Melendez – RF
7. Austin Barnes – C
8. Jose Rojas – 1B
9. Chris Suero – DH

Brandon Waddell – LHP

Marlins lineup​

1. Jakob Marsee – CF
2. Agustin Ramirez – C
3. Christopher Morel – 1B
4. Griffin Conine – RF
5. Connor Norby – 3B
6. Heriberto Hernandez – LF
7. Javier Sanoja – 2B
8. Maximo Acosta – SS
9. Ryan Ignoffo – DH

Robby Snelling – LHP

Broadcast info​

First pitch: 1:10 PM EST
TV: SNY
Radio: Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880AM, Audacy App, 92.3 HD2

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Grapefruit Juice: Marlins 2, Mets 1

PORT ST. LUCIE, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 19: Brandon Waddell #82 of the New York Mets poses for a photo during the New York Mets Photo Day at Clover Park on February 19, 2026 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The Marlins defeated the Mets 2-1 in the opening game of Grapefruit League play. The Mets were no-hit in the contest until the fifth and threatened late, but were unable to pull out the late-inning comeback.

• Brandon Waddell pitched two scoreless (and smooth and easy) innings to kick things off for the Mets.
• The Marlins scored their first run in part thanks to an error by first baseman Jose Rojas in the fourth trying to corral a poor throw from Bo Bichette at third base.
• Austin Barnes broke through with a single for the Mets’ first hit in the fifth.
• The Marlins added a run on a Christopher Morel sacrifice fly in the sixth.
• The Mets loaded the bases on a hit-by-pitch and a pitch clock violation walk in the eighth and A.J. Ewing hit a sacrifice fly for the Mets’ only run.
• Ewing also had a nifty outfield assist in the top of the ninth, nabbing Colby Shade trying to get to third base.

The Mets will play their crosstown rival Yankees in Tampa tomorrow at 1:05pm ET.

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Mets vs. Yankees: Spring training lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 2/22/26

Feb 18, 2026; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets outfielder Carson Benge steps up to take batting practice during spring training workouts at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images | Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images

Mets lineup​

1. Carson Benge – RF
2. Mark Vientos – 1B
3. Luis Torrens – C
4. Jared Young – DH
5. Christian Arroyo – 3B
6. Ryan Clifford – LF
7. Vidal Bruján – 2B
8. Cristian Pache – CF
9. Grae Kessinger – SS

Justin Hagenman – RHP

Yankees Lineup​

1. Trent Grisham – CF
2. Aaron Judge – DH
3. Cody Bellinger – LF
4. Jazz Chisholm Jr. – 2B
5. Paul Goldschmidt – 1B
6. Austin Wells – C
7. Amed Rosario – 3B
8. Yanquiel Fernández – RF
9. José Caballero – SS

RHP Luis Gil

Broadcast info​

First pitch: 1:05 PM EST
TV: MLB Network (out-of-market only)
Radio: Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880AM, Audacy App, 92.3 HD2

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Grapefruit Juice: Mets 6, Yankees 4

TAMPA, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 22: Justin Hagenman #47 of the New York Mets pitches during the second inning of a spring training game against the New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field on February 22, 2026 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mark Taylor/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The ball was flying at George M. Steinbrenner with the Mets blasting four home runs to defeat the Yankees 6-4 in the spring version of the Subway Series. On the other side of the ball the team’s pitching mostly held up well especially considering they faced quite a few Yankee starters for a few at bats in the beginning of the game.

• Justin Hagenman got the start and gave up a solo home run to José Caballero. His final line was 2.1 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 3 BB, and 3 K.
• DH Jared Young got the scoring started in the second with a solo home run off Luis Gil.
• The team got production out of their catchers. Both Luis Torrens and Hayden Senger hit solo home runs
• Carson Benge went 0-for-3 in his spring debut
• JT Schwartz hit a three-run home run in the eighth to provide a cushion.
• The Mets pitching held the Yankees off the board until the bottom of the eighth when Brian Metoyer gave up a three-run home run to Kenedy Corona.
• The Yankees got the tying runs on in the ninth but Carlos Guzman nailed down the save.

Next up the Mets will face the Blue Jays at 1:07 pm ET in sunny Dunedin, Florida.

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Mets Afternoon News: Subway Series South

TAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 22: New York Mets catcher Hayden Senger (6) reacts after he rounds second base after hitting a home run against the New York Yankees on February 22, 2026, at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Spurlock/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

Meet the Mets​

The Mets got their first win of spring yesterday against the Yankees, by a 6-4 margin. Jared Young, Luis Torrens, and Hayden Senger all hit solo home runs, and JT Schwartz provided the lion’s share of the offense with a three-run home run in the eighth inning. Justin Hagenman looked good in his 2.1 innings, giving up just one run on two hits, with three walks and three strikeouts. Mets’ top prospect Carson Benge had his spring training debut, but he blanked with an 0 for 3 final line.

After his departure from the Mets, Brandon Nimmo opened up about his leadership style, how the trade transpired, and his future with the Rangers.

Buster Olney ranked the top 10 third basemen in the league, and new Met Bo Bichette has made the cut.

John Harper investigated rookie Met sensation Nolan McLean and what gives him an edge.

Around the National League East​

Marlins middle infielder Graham Pauley has been shut down from all baseball activities due to forearm tightness.

Around Major League Baseball​

The Twins dodged a bullet, with Joe Ryan’s MRI only revealing inflammation.

Rhys Hoskins has joined the Cleveland Guardians, signing a minor league contract with an invite to major league spring training.

Angels players have taken notice of Arte Moreno claiming that their fans don’t prioritize winning, and have met with the new director of MLBPA.

Michael Conforto has signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs.

ABS is here, and Jayson Stark broke down what fans need to know about the so-called “robot umps” this season.

Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue​

Thomas Henderson examined Daniel Duarte and his quest to make it back to the major leagues by way of the Mets bullpen.

Linus Lawrence considered whether Ben Rortvedt might make his way to the Mets major league roster in the form of positional insurance.

Chris McShane welcomed back Nate Lavender after the Rays returned him from being selected in the Rule 5 draft last season.

This Date in Mets History​

The infamous former Met Bobby Bonilla is celebrating his birthday today, turning 63 years old.

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Grapefruit Juice: Mets 4, Blue Jays 3

Feb 23, 2026; Dunedin, Florida, USA; New York Mets second baseman Jackson Cluff (85) celebrates with teammates after scoring in the third inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during spring training at TD Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images | Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images

The New York Mets (2-1) defeated the Toronto Blue Jays (1-2) by a score of 4-3 today at TD Bank Park in Dunedin.

• Clay Holmes started the game for the Mets, and threw 57 pitches over three and two-thirds innings. Holmes surrendered a long two-run home run to Kazuma Okamoto for the only runs against him. Holmes struck out three, walked two, and allowed just the one hit. As Holmes is playing for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, he is likely a little ahead of the pack in terms of stamina.
• Nick Morabito, the lone Mets’ prospect added to the 40-Man Roster ahead of the Rule 5 Draft late last year, drove drove in Jackson Cluff for the Mets’ first run and then scored on a MJ Melendez double to tie the game in the third inning.
• In the sixth, Ronny Mauricio led off with a bloop double. Jacob Reimer replaced him on the base paths and scored the Mets’ third run when Vidal Bruján stole second and the ball got away from Toronto, allowing Reimer to round third.
• Bruján left the game after injuring himself sliding into second on that same play. It appears to be a hand injury, the extend of which is not known as of publication time.
• Tobias Myers threw two and a third innings of scoreless ball, allowing three hits and striking out three.
• Cristian Pache hit a towering solo home run in the seventh to put the Mets up 4-2.
• Ryan Lambert, who our Lukas Vlahos wrote a glowing season preview of, was impressive in his one inning of work, hitting 99 MPH on the radar gun, and striking out three and allowing just one hit to Carlos Mendoza (not the Mets’ manager).
• The Mets were up 4-2 heading into the bottom of the ninth, but Trey McGough gve up a walk, a double, a single to lead to a run scoring. McGough struck out veteran Eloy Jiménez before Jay Harry hit into a 3-3-2 double play to end the ballgame.

The Mets play the Astros tomorrow at Clover Park at 1:10pm. The game will be broadcast on SNY.

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