PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- Thursday was a perfect day for spring training -- overcast and temperatures in the mid-70s. Nearly the entire Mets roster was present. The position players arrived early and got in some fielding work and hitting, and also spent some extra time with the fans.
A jovial lightness filled the air of Port St. Lucie.
The early arriving Francisco Lindor held court and dazzled fans.
"I've always taken pride and taken a little time to interact with and give autographs with the kids who want it because I was there.