Mets' third baseman Mark Vientos has been hitting well recently, with a batting average of .296 in May, but struggles to convert that into extra-base hits, netting only two so far. After a disappointing performance against the Red Sox, Vientos acknowledged that this phase of the season is challenging for him in terms of power hitting. Meanwhile, manager Carlos Mendoza reassured that he doesn't want Vientos to chase home runs but focus instead on getting good pitches. The Mets faced tough competition with the recent matchups against top teams in the league including the Yankees and Red Sox.
Vientos acknowledged a tough stretch in his performance, citing the inconsistency in driving the ball, though he remains optimistic about improvement as the season progresses.
Manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized the importance of maintaining a good approach at the plate and not forcing home runs, highlighting the competitiveness of today's MLB.
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