Bo Bichette Prepares for Backup Shortstop Role

0:00It's March 21st, here's your New York Met's news in two minutes, subscribe to stay locked in all season. Boba Shet got some reps at shortstop during Friday spring training game in Port Saint Lucie. The Met's fell 4-3 to the Cardinals in that exhibition matchup. As the every day third baseman, but Shet is prepping to back up Francisco Lindor at short if needed. This move helps the Met stay flexible on the roster. By using the Shet as the backup shortstop, they avoid carrying an extra infielder and can add another outfielder instead. He's spent years at shortstop with the Blue Jays before signing a three-year deal worth $126 million with New York back in. January, manager Carlos Mendoza likes the versatility this brings. After focusing on third basal spring, getting the Shet comfortable as shortstop opens up line up options as the regular season nears. Francisco Alvarez bounced back from back tightness and should return to the lineup soon.

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