Matz dominates, Mets beat Cubs 8-1 in final spring tuneup (Yahoo Sports)

Steven Matz didn't allow a run over five hitless innings and Yoenis Cespedes hit his first spring homer to lead the New York Mets past the Chicago Cubs 8-1 Friday and end a 14-game winless streak in their last exhibition game. Matz struck out six and allowed two walks while lowering his spring ERA to 4.94. ''This is definitely a good way to go into the season,'' Matz said.