Mets Arrive in Port St. Lucie for Spring Training

Pitchers and catchers report to Clover Park for first day of workouts

Feb. 11, 2026 at 5:39pm

The New York Mets pitchers and catchers reported to Clover Park in Port St. Lucie, Florida, on February 11, 2026, for the start of spring training. Photos show the players taking part in drills and workouts on the back fields of the facility.

Why it matters

Spring training is a crucial time for MLB teams to prepare their rosters and get players ready for the upcoming regular season. The Mets are looking to build on their success from last year and make a deep playoff run, so a strong start to spring training is important.

The details

The Mets' pitchers and catchers participated in their first day of workouts, with players like Freddy Peralta, Kodai Senga, and Francisco Alvarez taking part in drills and throwing sessions. New manager Carlos Mendoza was also on hand to oversee the proceedings.

  • The Mets pitchers and catchers reported to spring training on February 11, 2026.

The players

Freddy Peralta

A starting pitcher for the New York Mets.

Kodai Senga

A starting pitcher for the New York Mets.

Francisco Alvarez

A catcher for the New York Mets.

Carlos Mendoza

The manager of the New York Mets.

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What’s next

The Mets will continue their spring training workouts over the next several weeks, with position players reporting to camp in the coming days. The team will play its first Grapefruit League game on February 24.

The takeaway

The start of spring training is an exciting time for Mets fans, as the team looks to build momentum towards the upcoming season and make a push for the playoffs after a strong 2025 campaign.