Down on the farm in Port St. Lucie

Marshmallowmilkshake · June 7

I'm heading to Port St. Lucie today with my dad and niece to see the Mets. Always excited to see a Mets game. Looks like Elian Pena is the best prospect there.

The St. Lucie stadium is fun, though seems to be staffed entirely by (very) senior citizens. Last time they were confused by the Pass Port stamping and which team store was opened.

Looking forward to it!

Edgy MD · June 7

Enjoy. Elian is not only the top prospect on the team, but at just 18, he may be their best player, rocking a .409 OBP.

Slugger Randy Guzman is also bringing it.

Top starter Emilo Obispo is not an actual bishop.

Marshmallowmilkshake · June 8

We had a wonderful time. The Mets pitching was rough. Gave up three homers in one inning, then walked the bases loaded - then walked in two runs. Clearwater won 11-8. Pena hit leadoff and hit the ball hard - when they actually pitched to him.

But, the renovations to Clover Park are outstanding. So much great branding. The Mets Hall of Famers, at least the players, managers, and announcers -- get large photo panels. Was a little chagrined that Seaver has largely hidden behind a cocktails stand.

The attendance was sparse. Not much more than a couple hundred people in the stands. People could sit where they wanted in the shade.

Everyone we encountered was really nice, and Nathan's hot dogs are a treat for me. Nice sales in the team store.