Mets' Semien Struggles at Plate in Spring Training

Veteran second baseman goes 0-for-3, hitting just .190 in Grapefruit League

Mar. 11, 2026 at 3:38am

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Marcus Semien, the Mets' veteran second baseman, continued to struggle at the plate in spring training, going 0-for-3 in the team's 6-1 exhibition victory over the Cardinals. Semien, who has been batting leadoff in Francisco Lindor's absence, is hitting just .190 in Grapefruit League play so far.

Why it matters

Semien's hitting woes in spring training are concerning for the Mets, as they look to him to provide stability and production at the top of their lineup. The team will need Semien to find his stroke before the regular season begins.

The details

In the Mets' win over the Cardinals, Semien went hitless in three at-bats, dropping his spring training batting average to .190. The veteran second baseman has been batting leadoff in the absence of Francisco Lindor. Meanwhile, Mets prospect Francisco Alvarez hit a 439-foot home run, his first of the spring.

  • The Mets' exhibition game against the Cardinals took place on March 10, 2026.
  • Semien's 0-for-3 performance came during that March 10th game.

The players

Marcus Semien

The Mets' veteran second baseman who is struggling at the plate in spring training, hitting just .190 so far.

Francisco Alvarez

A Mets prospect who hit a 439-foot home run in the team's exhibition win over the Cardinals.

Francisco Lindor

The Mets' star shortstop who has been absent, leading to Semien batting leadoff in his place.

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What’s next

The Mets have an off-day on Wednesday and will resume Grapefruit League play on Thursday, March 11, 2026, against the Cardinals in Jupiter, Florida.

The takeaway

Semien's struggles at the plate in spring training are a concern for the Mets, as they need him to provide stability and production atop their lineup. The team will be hoping he can find his stroke before the regular season begins.