Overview
- Freddy Peralta allowed one run on one hit over four innings with five strikeouts on 56 pitches, lowering his spring ERA to 2.70.
- Houston broke open a one-run game in the sixth when Yordan Alvarez launched a three-run homer off Saul Garcia after two walks and a wild pitch.
- The Mets went 4-for-13 with runners in scoring position and stranded nine, with runs coming on a Jose Ramos grounder and a Cristian Pache single.
- Peralta has one spring start left and is targeting roughly 75 pitches, and he has been named New York’s Opening Day starter for March 26.
- Astros right-hander Ryan Weiss made his first spring start and drew positive reviews from manager Joe Espada as he bids for a rotation role.