PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Many teams need to make hard decisions soon regarding a final reliever spot or two, but the New York Mets’ bullpen situation appears extra compelling. Given the Mets’ expectations — making the playoffs qualifies as a good season, team officials have said — might it be better to go with the pitcher with the most …
MIAMI — Near the mound, Tylor Megill repeatedly slapped the back of his glove in appreciation. Before Lindor’s impressive defense, manager Buck Showalter stood near the steps of the Mets dugout, contemplating removing Megill from the game with his club clinging to a two-run lead. The Marlins drove Megill’s pitch count over 90 in the fifth inning and posed a …
