Bichette's Flexibility Crucial for Mets' NL East Bid

0:00It's March 26. I'm Cory with the story, and this is New York Met's News Today, your AI-powered team report. Francisco Lindor looks set for opening day after recovering from a spring training injury that required surgery. The New York Met signed Boba Shet to a $126 million deal, mainly to play third base, but they've had to rethink there. Enfield plans, just in case. Earlier this week, manager Carlos Mendoza said, Beset could get some reps at shortstop this season if Lindor needs a break. At first, the team wanted Beset locked in a third to make the position switchstick, with other options covering shortstop. Beset's defense at shortstop was a big issue during free agency, which is why the Met's targeted him for the hot corner. It shows how limited their backup choices are at the position, putting pressure on the whole lineup. Beset impressed in spring with a 333 batting average, strong on-base numbers, and 9 runs batted in over 16 games.

1:00Lindor has played just 5 games so far, hitting 158, but he's expected to start strong. In a tough National League East Division, the Met's need Lindor healthy to compete, and having Beset as a flexible option, could make all the difference if injuries hit.