New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is a "major advocate" for veteran outfielder Starling Marte remaining with the team and not being included in a trade this spring. Marte, 36, has been reported to be offered in trade discussions ever since the club signed outfielder Juan Soto,

Nolan Arenado and Starling Marte are in similar situations during spring training. However, the Mets outfielder has chosen a different approach than the Cardinals star regarding trade rumors.

He’s informed José Buttó, a natural starter, that he’ll be working out of the bullpen this season and told Tylor Megill, who’s in his fourth spring training with the team, that he’ll be fighting for the final spot in the rotation.

Veteran Starling Marte will have to get used to a new role, but it doesn't seem to bother him much as he continues to be a positive influence.