Here's what happened in Mets Land on Monday, in case you missed it...

• Ronny Mauricio homered for a second straight game and David Peterson was sharp in Monday's loss to the St. Louis Cardinals

• After the game, Buck Showalter explained why it's still all about defense for Mauricio

• How could the Mets be impacted by Manny Machado's extension with the San Diego Padres?

• Justin Verlander's spring training debut has been set

• Does Brett Baty have a shot to make the Opening Day roster?

• Mike Trout discussed Shohei Ohtani's uncertain future with the Los Angeles Angels

• Pete Alonso discussed the new pitch clock