Post navigation The New York Mets have seen some standout performances as they near Opening Day, with key players making strong spring training showings.Brett Baty has always been a third baseman, but with the Mets’ second base job up for grabs this spring, he’s stepping up to the challenge. With Jeff McNeil likely starting the season on the injured list, Baty is giving second base a shot, even though he’s more familiar with the hot corner.