Dedniel Nuñez is poised to be a significant part of the New York Mets' bullpen provided he can maintain his health heading into the season. After a promising rookie year where he posted a 2.31 ERA in 25 appearances, his progress was halted by elbow injuries. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza has stated that if Nuñez is fit, he'll secure a spot on the Opening Day roster. However, the Mets remain cautious following his past injuries, particularly during last year's postseason.

This spring, Nuñez is focusing on enhancing his changeup, which he didn’t utilize much previously, aiming to keep hitters off balance. His current fastball velocity is around 94-95 mph, a slight drop from his peak last season. The management is considering options like Sean Reid-Foley, who lacks minor league options, for the bullpen, indicating the competition for spots is heating up.