Mets Option Mauricio to Triple-A, Lindor Returns

0:00It's March 20th, here's your New York Met's news in two minutes, subscribe to stay locked in all season. The New York Met's option infielder Ronnie Mauricio to triple A Syracuse on Thursday, ruling him out for an opening day back-up spot. The 24-year-old had a strong spring, but the team once and playing every day down there with everyone healthy. Earlier this spring, Mauricio covered shortstop while Francisco Lindoor recovered from left-hand surgery. Lindoor returned last week for grapefruit-league games, ramping up for the season opener next Thursday at City Field. Manager Carlos Mendoza described it as a tough call this close to the start. He stressed from the beginning that Mauricio needs regular reps, especially now that the lineup is set. Last season, Mauricio got time at third base before sitting for the final six weeks with just 20 ad-bats. He missed all of 2024 rehabbing from knee surgeries, and the Met's held him on the roster to keep his minor league option alive. The Met's could skip a dedicated back-up shortstop and shift boba-shet over when needed, giving

1:04Mauricio a clear path to build back strong-in, Syracuse.