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The Mets got two bits of tough news Friday. First, they learned that Jacob deGrom suffered a stress reaction in his right scapula, which is going to lead to him missing over a month of the season.
They then learned that Max Scherzer had a tweak in his hamstring. Thankfully, for Scherzer, it seems that there will not be any concern about it.
Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reported that Max Scherzer is scheduled to start a sim game Saturday against minor leaguers. However, this injury could potentially derail that possible start.
That being said, Mike Puma of the New York Post reported that Scherzer is still scheduled to make his start Saturday.
Because deGrom is going to miss more than a month of the season, the Mets also need a new Opening Day starter. It would make the most sense that Max Scherzer would become the Opening Day starter in his wake.
Assuming Scherzer is healthy, it would make the most sense that Buck Showalter gives Scherzer the nod on Opening Day.
Latest Mets News
Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported that Edwin Díaz has committed to playing for Team Puerto Rico in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
Steve Buckley of The Athletic wrote on why Shaun Clancy closed New York’s most iconic baseball bar.
Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reported that Jake Reed has not thrown off a mound yet this spring, and will likely start the season on the injured list.
Jacob Resnick of SNY reported that Mets prospect Ryley Gilliam will undergo Tommy John surgery.
Sleevelesstux on Reddit showed that a major late spring training injury isn’t rare for the Mets. In fact, it has happened every year since 2012.
Ed Coleman of WFAN announced his retirement.
The Mets had five players that cracked the top 100 players in baseball by MLB Network.
Dennis Lin of The Athletic reported that the Mets have had trade discussions with the Padres involving Eric Hosmer, Chris Paddack, and Dom Smith.
Latest MLB News
Sweeny Murti of of WFAN reported that umpires, starting in 2022, are going to wear microphones to announce the decisions of replays to the crowd.
The Blue Jays announced that they extended manager Charlie Montoyo through the 2023 season.
The Diamondbacks announced that they extended Merrill Kelly to a 2-year deal, extending through the 2025 season.
Evan Drellich of The Athletic reported that the Yankees are going to appeal the release of the “Yankee letter.”
The Rays announced they released Ryon Healy.
James Fegan of The Athletic reported that the White Sox reached a deal with Lucas Giolito to avoid arbitration worth $7.45 million. Fegan also reported that Garrett Crochet is likely going to need Tommy John surgery, but will ask for a second opinion.
Jon Heyman of MLB Network reported that the Orioles are considering bringing Matt Harvey back.
Front Office Sports reported on the final details of Major League Baseball’s advertising patch program.
Daniel Álvarez-Montes of EIExtrabase reported that the Guardians and closer Emmanuel Clase have agreed to a contract extension.
Adam Oller learned that he was going to make the opening day roster.
Latest on MMO
Christian De Block wrote on how Taijuan Walker is getting closer to being ready for the beginning of the season.
John Flanigan wrote on what’s new at Citi Field in 2022.
Michael Mayer wrote on Bartolo Colon and Yoenis Cespedes reportedly returning to Citi Field for the 2022 Old Timers’ game.
On This Date in Mets History
Birthdays: Hisanori Takahashi (47)
2015: Juan Lagares signs a 4-year, $23 million extension with the Mets. Lagares was fresh off a gold glove season in which he hit .281, and the Mets were hoping this would be the production he would show for the next five years.
Let’s go Mets!
