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He reflects on how injuries last season gave opportunities to players like Batty and Vientos, which he suggests have rejuvenated their value and prospects. The Mets’ ability to balance development with competitive readiness remains a recurring theme.
Final Thoughts: A Cautious Yet Ambitious Outlook
Roberts summarizes that this year’s tone from Sterns signals a move toward more strategic clarity—less optimism, more pragmatic planning. The team aims to bolster key areas—pitching, defense, offensive power—by pursuing external upgrades when the right values are available, especially at the top of the rotation.