After today’s intrasquad game at Tradition Field, Terry Collins spoke with reporters and said:
- Jon Niese is clearly feeling better today than he did at this point last year. His arm angle and arm speed are all improved. He is more on top of the ball.
- Matt Reynolds looked solid defensively, and he will continue to play regularly so they can get a good look at him.
- Reynolds does the little things well, is intelligent, has quick feet.
- David Wright, Michael Cuddyer, and Curtis Granderson insisted on playing today to see live pitching before their Friday debut.
- He isn’t concerned about Zack Wheeler‘s command today, as that’s the last thing to come for power arms.
- Rafael Montero would be a guy to pitch multiple innings, if he is deemed a reliever.
- They are confident in Travis d’Arnaud’s offense – the focus right now is solidifying his defense, and he’s very impressed with how d’Arnaud is throwing right now.
To listen to Collins’ entire talk with reporters, click the play button below:
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