Shortstop Francisco Lindor has a stress reaction in his left hamate bone, Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns revealed on Tuesday afternoon, a day before pitchers and catchers report for their first workout of spring training.

The New York Mets are making some outfield changes ahead of the 2026 MLB season. Juan Soto will play in left field this season, Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns told reporters Tuesday. The Mets are set to place Luis Robert Jr., recently acquired in a trade with the Chicago White Sox, at center field.

The lineup features steadiness from Lindor, Bichette, Polanco and Juan Soto. Elsewhere, consistency is a question. The final five or so spots in the batting order — Semien, Luis Robert Jr., Francisco Alvarez and Brett Baty — contain plenty of variance.

With veteran A.J. Minter expected to begin the year on the injured list, Brooks Raley is the only other left-hander who is a lock to begin the year in the Mets’ bullpen. Raley had a 2.45 ERA with the Mets a year ago in 25 2/3 innings. Minter, meanwhile, had a 1.64 ERA in 13 outings before he suffered a season-ending lat injury.

Mark Vientos didn't need much to explain what went wrong with the New York Mets in 2025.

The Mets are acquiring left-handed reliever Bryan Hudson from the White Sox for cash considerations, the team announced on Tuesday. Right-hander Reed Garrett was placed on the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move.

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