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Acuña's performance during the spring training will be crucial in determining his role on the team. Should he excel, the Mets may consider starting him at second base. However, if Alonso is back and healthy, the position would seem less contentious. The team also has Mark Vientos at third base, while Francisco Lindor retains his position at shortstop, solidifying the infield lineup.
The Mets’ management appears inclined to rely on a well-established player in McNeil, believing that Acuña would need an extraordinarily impressive spring to displace him. The current sentiment is that McNeil will hold the majority of time at second base unless he falters significantly in the early months of the season.