Sitting atop the National League East, the Mets, winners of six straight, carried a noticeably calm vibe into Saturday’s game against the Miami Marlins.
Travis d’Arnaud and Michael Cuddyer took in a portion of batting practice by relaxing in the plush leather seats behind home plate at Citi Field. Earlier, passing the locker of reliever Alex Torres, a few curious players examined his protective headgear, thick padding worn around the circumference of the cap.
The mood was less festive on the other side of the ballpark, where the Miami Marlins held a closed-door meeting.