Despite Brandon Sproat's strong spring training for the Mets, David Stearns still wants to see the top prospect develop more in the minor leagues.

At worst, if the transition to starter doesn't ultimately work in the Mets' favor, Holmes has plenty of experience in late-inning relief after spending 3.5 seasons with the Yankees, where he pitched to a 2.69 ERA over 220 games played, including 74 saves and two All-Star appearances.

The next step, early next week, on Monday or Tuesday, we’re going to retest (and) reimage,” Stearns told reporters. “And then, if all is good, we progress into a throwing program.” Manaea was throwing in the early stages of camp,