The Mets are still trying to get back into a groove, but with the defending champion Dodgers coming to town this weekend, Carlos Mendoza is confident they'll be ready.

Ahead of Friday's game, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza sent a message regarding Los Angeles that could make the series that much more interesting. This series is already a must-watch as it is, but Mendoza's recent message about the Dodgers should add a bit more intrigue.

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza defended outfielder Juan Soto on Tuesday, a day after saying he would meet with the star over his perceived lack of hustle. "He's human. He's 26, man," Mendoza told reporters before a loss to the Boston Red Sox.