PORT ST. LUCIE — Cespe-beast.
The goal this spring for Yoenis Cespedes has been defined. The Mets are trying to make him a more refined hitter without taking away his natural aggressiveness. More contact. More walks. More success.
To that end, hitting coach is Kevin Long is making key points in batting practice in the hopes they will carry over into the games.
Watching Cespedes hit at Tradition Field in David Wright’s group the last two days, the positive changes are already taking place.