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The Mets received some very discouraging news today when the results of Carlos Beltran's MRI came back.

Mets.com is reporting that the MRI taken Sunday morning on Beltran's strained left oblique revealed small amounts of fluid, signaling an abdominal tear. The Mets will continue to monitor Beltran's situation before their next game on Tuesday, at which point they could place their center fielder on the DL.

"I feel sore, I feel tight, I can't swing, I can't run," Beltran said. "That's the way I feel, so I'm not able to play. I’m not close to playing.’’

So far this season, the Mets have had everyone of their starting outfielders and backup outfielders, spend time on the DL. That includes Shawn Green, Moises Alou, Endy Chavez, Carlos Gomez, and now Carlos Beltran.

For now, Beltran will wait for further instructions from team doctors, and hope that the pain subsides. He should have a better idea on his status on Monday.

Get used to seeing a lot more of Lastings Milledge in center field.

The Mets did have some good news on the results of another MRI on catcher, Paul Lo Duca. Lo Duca may have strained a hamstring running the bases on Saturday. The MRI showed that he tore previous scar tissue in the leg, but not so badly that he should miss any more time.

"It feels pretty good today, I was pretty surprised," Lo Duca said. "I really feel Tuesday is reachable."

I can't say that I can recall another season where the Mets have suffered as many injuries as this season.

It's for that reason I have suggested that the Mets make some moves to get some younger players on the team. As we enter the final turn in the race for the division, I am absolutely fearful of having our season derailed due to injuries. With a team that is counting heavily on  El Duque, Tom Glavine, Moises Alou, Shawn Green, and even Pedro if he ever returns, the Mets should cover their bets, before we end up covering our eyes.