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A shift to City Field from Yankee Stadium may work to Holmes’ advantage. Known for its spacious outfield compared to Yankee Stadium, the new environment could lessen the pressure of home run balls against him.
Holmes will also benefit from the acknowledged pitching development expertise within the Mets’ organization, and this, combined with coaching from the newly acquired Yankees assistant pitching coach, could be pivotal in nurturing Holmes’ adaptation and performance.