The New York Mets celebrated their home opener at Citi Field, showcasing a united front despite injuries impacting their roster. Key players like Francisco Alvarez, Jeff McNeil, and Paul Blackburn were present, with Alvarez showing progress post-surgery as he caught a bullpen session. Meanwhile, McNeil works his way back from an oblique strain and has been hitting, though his replacements, Brett Baty and Luisangel Acuña, have struggled at the plate. Blackburn aims for activation soon, while pitchers Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas continue their recovery.