Mets manager Carlos Mendoza revealed pregame that Francisco Alvarez is out of the lineup for Monday's series opener against the Minnesota Twins because he's been dealing with a sore left shoulder.
The skipper said Alvarez has been dealing with the injury for a few days now and he felt it again while reaching for a pitch during Sunday's series finale against the Atlanta Braves.
The youngster is available off the bench if needed, but Mendoza is hoping to be able to stay away from him for the time being.