Noteworthy objects in the course of the Mets’ Grapefruit League motion on Wednesday:
Bickford booming
Phil Bickford pitched a scoreless sixth inning with one strikeout within the Mets’ 6-3 exhibition victory over the Marlins in Jupiter, Fla.
The correct-hander, a candidate for a bullpen emptiness, had a tough first outing in camp, however hasn’t allowed an earned run in his final 4 appearances.
Choi nosedive
Ji-Man Choi went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts.
The veteran first baseman, who’s a consideration for a DH/bench position, has slumped after a scorching begin to camp.
He owns a .679 OPS within the Grapefruit League.
Caught my eye
Brandon Nimmo was the one member of the beginning lineup on the touring squad.
The Mets have a two-game swing throughout the state to Lakeland and Tampa (Tigers and Yankees) over the following two days and plan to ship a lot of their starters.
Thursday’s schedule
Dom Hamel is lined as much as face the Tigers in Lakeland, Fla. Austin Adams and Michael Tonkin are additionally scheduled to pitch.