Morning Briefing: Verlander Makes Progress in Injury Recovery

Good morning, Mets fans! The Mets received some good news regarding Justin Verlander, one of the many pitchers who are currently on the team’s injured list. According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, Verlander, who is injured with a teres major strain, continued to throw off flat ground at Citi Field, but not off a mound. Buck Showalter said he’s “not planning on” having...