Can the New York Mets ever have nice things? In this case, will Francisco Lindor be ready for Opening Day? At this point, I’m not sure how likely that will be, but the good news is that things with

As the World Baseball Classic approaches and with a month until Opening Day, here is the state of the Mets' Opening Day roster as we see it.

Minter came to the Mets on a two-year, $22 million contract last offseason. He was excellent in 13 appearances with the club, posting a 1.64 ERA across 11 innings. Minter notched an 31.8% strikeout rate, though he did have an elevated 11.4% walk rate. The lefty picked up seven holds as a key member of the bullpen prior to his injury.

The Mets rotation depth could be tested this season as Opening Day is around the corner, and they look to challenge for the title.

Draw up an ideal bench for a David Stearns-led team and you’re probably going to find a guy whose time is limited. Players like Vidal Brujan this year or Zack S

The New York Mets' Opening Day lineup was clarified with the news that a veteran right-hander will take the ball for the first game.

That’s not a case of a prospect overthrowing early in camp. It’s a testament to the power of Lambert’s plus-plus heater, the pitch that’s made him such an “eye-opening” arm so far at Mets camp. “Electric,” Mendoza said.

Former Yankees, Cubs outfielder named 'dark horse' candidate to make Mets' Opening Day roster originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. There may be a major position battle in right field this spring training for the New York Mets.