Morning Briefing: Jose Siri Shines in Winter League Play
Good morning, Mets fans!
Offseason acquisition Jose Siri shined at the plate in Dominican Winter League play on Friday night. The center fielder had two hits in five at-bats with a triple, a walk, two RBIs, and two runs. Siri has played well this winter and figures to split time with Tyrone Taylor in center field in 2025.
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