{"id":117744,"date":"2025-11-06T09:33:13","date_gmt":"2025-11-06T09:33:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new365.azontree.com\/?p=117744"},"modified":"2025-11-06T09:33:13","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T09:33:13","slug":"%f0%9f%94%94-mets-gear-up-to-kick-off-2026-spring-training-against-the-marlins-ll","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new365.azontree.com\/?p=117744","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\udd14 Mets Gear Up to Kick Off 2026 Spring Training Against the Marlins!..ll"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"159\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pbs.twimg.com\/media\/G5Aq2j2XYAAHcCr.jpg\" alt=\"SleeperMets on X\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"494\">The <strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"182\">New York Mets<\/strong> are eagerly preparing for the start of <strong data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"246\">Spring Training 2026<\/strong>, with their first game set for <strong data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"299\">February 21, 2026<\/strong>, in <strong data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"331\">Port St. Lucie, Florida<\/strong>, against the <strong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"362\">Miami Marlins<\/strong>. This marks an important moment for the team to get back on the field, test lineups, and prepare for the upcoming regular season.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"774\">With just <strong data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"524\">108 days to go<\/strong>, fans are excited to see the Mets in action once again. Spring Training isn\u2019t just about the stars showing their skills\u2014it\u2019s also a chance for rookies and young players to make an impression on the coaching staff and earn their spot in the roster.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"1093\">This opening game also signals the official start of the <strong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"854\">Grapefruit League<\/strong>, where teams focus on trying out strategies, evaluating player performance, and setting the tone for a promising season ahead. Fans can expect plenty of thrilling moments\u2014from powerful hits and precise throws to intense defensive plays.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1454\">The Mets aim to bring energy, competitive spirit, and excitement right from the first games. Every day on the field is a step toward a season full of challenges, surprises, and memorable moments. With a mix of seasoned stars, promising newcomers, and talented young players, <strong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1451\">Spring Training 2026 is shaping up to be dynamic, exciting, and unforgettable<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1610\">Fans should get ready to follow every game closely\u2014because the Mets are ready to deliver a 2026 season full of drama, excitement, and pure baseball joy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The New York Mets are eagerly preparing for the start of Spring Training 2026, with their first game set for February 21, 2026, in Port St. Lucie,&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":117745,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-117744","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nfl"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.7 - 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