MJ Melendez boosts his case for Mets outfield spot with two-homer spring game

MJ Melendez hits a home run during the Mets' Feb. 27 spring training game.

Observations from Mets’ spring training on Friday:

The whammer

MJ Melendez homered twice for the Mets in their 14-3 exhibition victory over the Cardinals in Jupiter, Fla.

Melendez is competing for an outfield job after arriving on a one-year contract.

Grae Kessinger departed the game with left knee discomfort and will likely have an MRI exam, according to manager Carlos Mendoza.

Carson Benge looked sharp defensively in the second inning with a diving catch in right field to rob Nelson Velazquez of a hit.

Tobias Myers will start against the Nationals in Port St. Lucie, with Craig Kimbrel among the relievers scheduled.