"Daniel Murphy has become very familiar with recovering from knee injuries. Now, he'll try to learn how to avoid them.

In 2010, his season ended when a collision at second base resulted in a torn right MCL. Last year, his season was cut short after tearing his left MCL on another play around the base.

Murphy is set to be the Mets' starting second baseman again this year, and he will work extensively with new infield coach Tim Teufel to prevent the same results.

"I know I've got to get better at everything around the bag at second base," Murphy said. "And [Teufel] has told me he's watched film of me, but he's also seen with his own eyes what I need to do and how to attack it.""