Mets believe they’re turning a corner amid early RISP woes

The Mets’ struggles with runners in scoring position should not be overly criticized due to the small sample sizes. They have been hitting .178 with a .615 OPS in such situations, ranking poorly in baseball. With the season just beginning, a few timely hits could significantly improve their standings, and they are working on enhancing their performance.

The team’s co-hitting coach, Eric Chávez, noted that players tend to be too aggressive in crucial moments, leading to higher swing and chase rates. When there are runners on base, the Mets tend to swing at more pitches and chase more frequently, affecting their clutch play. Chávez emphasized the need to stay composed and maintain a consistent approach at the plate.

Chávez highlighted the progress made by Francisco Lindor, who adjusted his approach in a recent game and showed improvement. The team is focused on maintaining composure in pressure situations and replicating their success in routine at-bats. There is optimism for the Mets’ offense to excel with players like Lindor, Mark Vientos, Pete Alonso, and Juan Soto contributing positively.

Chávez expressed confidence in the team’s ability to improve, especially as the season progresses and the weather warms up. Despite acknowledging the room for growth, he praised the pitchers for their performance so far.