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4d ago

Mets Scramble Lineup as Vientos Sidelined with Abdominal Soreness

Mark Vientos' late scratch highlights ongoing struggles, while Montas and Blackburn progress in rehab assignments and Sean Reid-Foley is released.

JUPITER, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 26: Paul Blackburn #58 of the New York Mets throws a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the first inning of a spring training game at Roger Dean Stadium on February 26, 2025 in Jupiter, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Mark Vientos was scratched from Friday's Mets lineup against the Dodgers due to abdominal soreness, with his playing status under review.
  • Brett Baty shifted to third base, while rookie Luisangel Acuña was added at second base, reflecting the team’s roster adjustments.
  • Vientos has struggled offensively this season, hitting .232 with a .674 OPS, and defensively, committing six errors at third base.
  • Frankie Montas is set to begin a rehab assignment Saturday with Class A Brooklyn, while Paul Blackburn will make another Triple-A Syracuse start next week.
  • The Mets released reliever Sean Reid-Foley after his struggles in Triple-A, aiming to enhance roster flexibility.