David Peterson’s spring training this year has been unique. For the first time, he knows he’s a lock for a spot in the Mets rotation.

So when Peterson took the Clover Park mound for his first Grapefruit League appearance in the Mets’ 1-1 tie with the Marlins on Monday, the results were nice, even if they didn’t matter much. He struck out five in three scoreless innings.

Though Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas are injured, other Mets’ rotation members Kodai Senga, David Peterson and Clay Holmes have looked strong.

New York Mets president David Stearns recently shed light on star pitcher Sean Manaea’s progress as he works his way

New York Mets David Peterson and Mark Vientos discuss their preparations for the upcoming season during the team's spring training game against the Marlins.

The New York Mets and Miami Marlins wrapped up Monday night’s spring training matchup in a rare 1-1 tie. The game was a reminder that while spring training is meant for fine-tuning, sometimes the offense forgets to show up altogether.

New York’s front three will have Kodai Senga, David Peterson, and Clay Holmes ... Let’s dive into three other options the Mets could pivot to for a rotation spot. For more news and rumors, check out MLB Insider Robert Murray’s work on.The Baseball ...

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