Morning Briefing: Max Kranick Has Hamstring Strain

Good morning, Mets fans.

As reported by Tim Healey of Newsday, the Mets rotation took another hit as the team announced that right-hander Max Kranick has a Grade 2 left hamstring strain. The righty will be shut down for seven to 10 days and will need time to build back up, leading to him starting the season on the injured list.

Now onto the morning briefing!

Photo by Ed Delaney, MMO

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