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Todd Frazier making it hard for Mets to keep him out of lineup

An expanded — and healthier — Mets roster has made it harder for Mickey Callaway to fill out his lineup card. Todd Frazier isn’t making the task any easier.

Earning Friday’s start over the hot-hitting J.D. Davis because of his defense, Frazier continued his strong stretch at the plate, sparking two run-scoring innings while going 1-for-2 with a run and a walk in the 5-4 win over the Phillies. After batting .207 in July and August, the veteran third baseman is hitting .375 (9-for-22) over his past eight games.

“He is doing a heck of a job.