Observations from the Mets’ 5-3 spring training win over the Marlins at Clover Park on Tuesday.
On a mission
Francisco Lindor blasted his fourth homer in his past five games, leading the Mets’ 5-3 exhibition victory. The shortstop also doubled as part of his 3-for-4 performance and owns a 1.074 OPS in the Grapefruit League. Lindor and the Mets continue to discuss a potential contract extension.
Stroman struggle
Marcus Stroman allowed three runs on nine hits over five innings. The Marlins scored all of their runs against the right-hander in the fourth and fifth innings as he built up his pitch count to 76.
Caught my eye
Mike Piazza, in camp this week as a special instructor, worked with Kevin Pillar on swing mechanics before the game. Pillar went 2-for-4 against the Marlins and raised his Grapefruit League average to .324.
Wednesday’s schedule
Taijuan Walker is the scheduled starting pitcher against the Cardinals in Jupiter. Others scheduled to pitch for the Mets include Dellin Betances, Miguel Castro and Jeurys Familia.
