Observations from Mets’ spring training on Monday:
Great Scott
Christian Scott was sharp during live batting practice, striking out Juan Soto (on four pitches) and Bo Bichette in succession.
The right-hander is returning from Tommy John surgery rehab that cost him last season.
Hanging in there
Justin Hagenman also threw multiple innings of live batting practice.
The right-hander was a spot starter for the Mets last season after arriving on a major league contract despite having never pitched above the Triple-A level.
Caught my eye
Carlos Beltrán was around the batting cage in uniform for the team’s first full-squad workout.
Beltrán, a special assistant, announced in recent weeks that he would be wearing a Mets cap on his Hall of Fame plaque.
Lee Mazzilli was also in attendance for the workout.
Tuesday’s schedule
Full-squad workouts continue ahead of Saturday’s Grapefruit League opener against the Marlins at Clover Park.