Overview
- Manager Carlos Mendoza said Tuesday the quartet will be held out at the start of spring games as camp opens in Port St. Lucie.
- Luis Robert Jr. is considered 100% healthy but will follow a lower-half strengthening progression with live at-bats before entering game settings.
- Brett Baty reported right hamstring discomfort about two weeks ago and will be eased in, with ESPN reporting relayed by ClutchPoints indicating first-base reps initially.
- Jorge Polanco and Francisco Alvarez will take live at-bats and work on the back fields before game action in what Mendoza described as a precaution.
- With Bo Bichette expected to start at third base, reporting indicates Baty could be used in a multi-position reserve role.