HEATING UP

Daniel Murphy went 2-for-4 in the Mets’ 7-2 exhibition victory over the Cardinals, giving him three hits in two games since beginning Grapefruit League action.

TODAY’S SCHEDULE

The Mets conclude spring training with an exhibition game against the Orioles in Sarasota.

NOTHING ‘NIEU’

Though Kirk Nieuwenhuis likely will earn a spot on the Opening Day roster, it won’t be because of his offense. Nieuwenhuis went 0-for-2 yesterday and saw his Grapefruit League average drop to .088.

CAUGHT MY EYE

Bobby Parnell struck out the side in the ninth inning — as he did in his previous appearance against the Astros on Wednesday.