Here’s an in-depth breakdown of the Mets’ NL East rivals:
Braves
Manager: Brian Snitker (second season)
Spring training site: Orlando, Fla.
Biggest additions: Brandon McCarthy and Scott Kazmir were picked up in the deal that sent Matt Kemp to the Dodgers. Adrian Gonzalez, who was also part of the trade, was released and signed by the Mets.
Biggest losses: General manager John Coppolella was banned from baseball and 13 prospects made free agents due to violating international signing rules. Matt Adams went to the Nationals.