Mike Puma

The former Mets ace has been receiving a taste of that satisfaction this weekend at Clover Park, where he is serving as a guest instructor for the team.

The newness of Clay Holmes’ situation extended beyond making his Mets’ debut Saturday. For the first time since 2019, he was a starting pitcher.

The 21-year-old infielder — who is also playing center field to increase his versatility — is trying this spring to leave another positive impression on Mets officials.

PORT ST. LUCIE — Clay Holmes knew the day would arrive, but this soon? The Mets pitcher — sporting a neatly trimmed beard — indicated he was caught by surprise Friday to learn his former team, the …

Desi Druschel credits his extensive collegiate coaching background for his understanding of the technology used to help improve pitchers.

Juan Soto had it written into his record-breaking $765 million contract that he would wear No. 22 for the Mets.

PORT ST. LUCIE — Drew Smith started hearing from the Mets even before last season ended, and by late December it was clear to him he would be returning to the organization. His free agent deal beca…

Pete Alonso’s meeting with Mets officials in Tampa two weeks ago pushed him toward a return with the club, but his desire for a reunion was also stoked elsewhere.

As Juan Soto, in his first workout with the Mets, participated in conditioning drills, fans stood behind a chain-link fence and called his name.

A full offseason of resting his lower back has left Francisco Lindor feeling “fantastic,” so don’t count on the Mets shortstop taking games off this season, if he can help it.