What happened: The New York Mets declared Sunday “McLean day” ahead of their game. New York enters the matchup with McLean as the day's focal point.

Why it matters: The outing gives the Mets another opportunity to assess McLean's progress within their pitching plans. His performance could influence how the club manages upcoming rotation turns.

What to watch: Watch McLean's workload and how the Mets structure the game around him.