Overview
- Francisco Lindor is recovering from surgery for a stress reaction in his left hamate bone, leaving his Opening Day availability uncertain.
- Marcus Semien said he is “hopefully” expecting Lindor back for Opening Day and noted offseason conversations to build middle-infield chemistry.
- Manager Carlos Mendoza highlighted Semien’s championship experience and “lead by example” approach as central to New York’s revamped clubhouse identity.
- The Semien-for-Brandon Nimmo trade signaled a cultural pivot under David Stearns, prioritizing veteran credibility and postseason-tested leadership.
- Spring workloads include evaluations of Semien’s mobility after a 2025 Lisfranc injury, ABS challenge-system rehearsals with J.P. Arencibia, and live bullpens from Nolan McLean and Sean Manaea as pitchers progress on cautious timelines.