Morning Briefing: Mets Head to West Palm to Face Nats

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Good morning, Mets fans!

The New York Mets will be taking on the Washington Nationals at the FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches on Sunday afternoon. Left-hander Hector Santiago will start for the Mets.

The Mets lost to the Marlins on Saturday, 11-6, as Seth Lugo took the loss after allowing four earned runs in his one inning of work.

Latest Mets News

Kevin Kernan of the New York Post details Pete Alonso‘s case to bat second in the Mets’ batting order.

Mike Puma of the New York Post says outfielder Michael Conforto is “all-in” on hitting against the shift.

Anthony DiComo of MLB.com quoted Seth Lugo as saying he still wants to be a starter in this league despite his success as a reliever.

Latest MLB News

The Indians signed outfielder Carlos Gonzalez to a minor-league contract ($2 million, $1 million in incentives), as per Bob Nightengale of USA Today Sports.

Left-handed free agent starter Dallas Keuchel is preparing for the season as if he were in a major-league camp, as per Jon Morosi of MLB.com.

Latest NL East News

Jamal Collier of MLB.com details the Nats’ Wilmer Difo‘s attempt to become a “super-utility player”.

Meghan Montemurro of The Athletic reports that Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper doesn’t believe swelling in his ankle will sideline him for Opening Day.

Braves starter Mike Flotynewicz should be available during Atlanta’s second homestand after experiencing elbow discomfort, as per Mark Bowman of MLB.com.