The right-hander, who pitched to a 6.95 ERA in 24 looks last season with the Mets, is contending for an area in the bullpen.
,” Rojas said. It was a positive day to get him out there with the rest of the men, its been a while given that hes been in left field here at Citi Field.”
Cespedes, facing Jacob deGrom in a simulated video game, delivered what would have been a single to ideal field if he were enabled to run the bases. Rojas in advance had actually advised gamers not to run.
Tyler Bashlor retired all 5 batters he faced in the early morning simulated game. Group officials have attempted to get the right-hander to employ his curveball and changeup to keep hitters from resting on his fastball.
Cespedes is attempting to return from separate heel surgical treatments and numerous right ankle fractures sustained in a mishap on his ranch including a wild boar.
,” Rojas said. “I want us to keep developing off of this and our communication with the performance personnel will determine that. It was a positive day to get him out there with the rest of the men, its been a while because hes been in left field here at Citi Field.”
Yoenis Cespedes played an inning in left field and took swings against the Mets finest pitcher, however like the rest of his colleagues wasnt permitted to run the bases Sunday.
All becomes part of the progression for the veteran outfielder, according to manager Luis Rojas, as the Mets attempt to get Cespedes ready for the season opener on July 24.
Amed Rosario and Marcus Stroman appeared in team exercises for the first time. Rosario was the only member of the beginning lineup who didnt take part in the morning simulated game– he was replaced at shortstop by Andres Gimenez– however he exercised with another group later in the day.
” This is a guy that has unique things,” Rojas stated. “I am happy that today he revealed hes broadening his collection and hes getting to that point where we desire him to see that he can not only pump fastballs in there, however hes got some more weapons to get the batters believing and off balance.”
