Clay Holmes Named Mets' Opening Day Starter After Strong Spring

As the New York Mets prepare for Opening Day on March 27, key players Clay Holmes and Brett Baty are making headlines during spring training. Holmes, set for his first regular season start since 2018, showcased impressive pitching with a spring ERA of 0.93 and 15 whiffs in his most recent outing against the Astros. Meanwhile, Baty is having a standout spring, hitting his third home run and leading the league in OPS, positioning himself as a potential starting second baseman in light of Jeff McNeil's injury. Baty's performance has raised expectations for his role in the upcoming season, especially as he competes against Luisangel Acuña for the position. Both players are crucial to the Mets' aspirations as they look to build momentum heading into the new season. Their strong performances have energized fans and set the stage for what could be a transformative year for the team.