Observations from the Mets’ spring training game on Monday.
Big Stick
Albert Almora Jr.’s highlights this spring have mostly come with his glove, but Monday he smashed a three-run homer as part of a 3-for-4 performance in the Mets’ 5-4 loss to the Astros in West Palm Beach, Fla. Almora, who has homered twice in the Grapefruit League, will likely be the team’s fifth outfielder to open the season.
Albert Almora went deep on Monday. Getty ImagesEickhoff His Game
Jerad Eickhoff allowed four hits and a walk over two innings in relief. The right-hander — who escaped further trouble by getting Jose Altuve to hit into a triple play with the bases loaded — has pitched to an 11.25 ERA this spring.
Caught My Eye
The Mets received another solid outing from Mike Montgomery, who pitched two shutout innings. The lefty Montgomery has been mentioned as a possibility in a multi-inning relief/starting role. He hasn’t allowed a run in three spring appearances.
Tuesday’s Schedule
Marcus Stroman is the Mets’ scheduled pitcher against the Marlins in Port St. Lucie. It will be Stroman’s first time taking at-bats in a game this spring.
