Taijuan Walker gave the New York Mets one final hope that he will be a key stabilizer in their rotation with his start against the St. Louis Cardinals. Walker went five strong innings with only two runs allowed in the 3-3 tie. Manager Luis Rojas played most of his regulars but did all he could to ensure their good health going into Opening Day.
The Mets completed their Grapefruit League schedule with a 3-3 tie against the Cardinals. They finished 11-11-2, which does not matter because none of the 24 games mattered.