With Spring Training just two weeks away, Mets manager Terry Collins revealed his “first-choice” lineup that he will most likely use during the 2016 season. (New York Post)
- Curtis Granderson
- David Wright
- Yoenis Cespedes
- Lucas Duda
- Neil Walker
- Michael Conforto
- Travis d’Arnaud
- Asdrubal Cabrera
“We’ve got some real pros and some real versatility,” said Collins. He is also confident that Cespedes can handle center field by playing a full spring training at that position.
Collins confirmed that Wilmer Flores will play a super utility role. “We can use him at first, second, short and third. I think it’s going to be a perfect role for Flo.”
On Monday, Joe D. posted his lineup preference as follows:
vs. Righties
- Curtis Granderson, RF
- David Wright, 3B
- Michael Conforto, LF
- Yoenis Cespedes, CF
- Lucas Duda, 1B
- Neil Walker, 2B
- Travis d’Arnaud, C
- Asdrubal Cabrera, SS
vs. Lefties
- Juan Lagares, CF
- David Wright, 3B
- Lucas Duda, 1B
- Yoenis Cespedes, RF
- Travis d’Arnaud, C
- Wilmer Flores, 2B
- Michael Conforto, LF
- Asdrubal Cabrera, SS
