Jason Vargas will make a rehab start on Sunday with the Double-A Binghamton Rumble Ponies according to Justin Toscano of The Record. The veteran lefty was placed in the injured list on May 6 with a left hamstring strain.
Vargas has struggled to a 5.92 ERA and 1.56 WHIP in 24.1 innings this season though he does have a 3.00 ERA in his last four starts.
Steven Matz said he feels great today after throwing a 45-pitch bullpen session on Wednesday according to Tim Healey of Newsday. Healey noted that Matz felt fine throwing curveballs, which had been an issue for Steven as he dealt with the nerve issue in his throwing forearm.
Matz has posted a 3.86 ERA and 1.20 WHIP this season in 35 innings. He has allowed eight home runs in that span.
The Mets have yet to announce a starter for Saturday, though activating Matz off the IL and getting the ball remains a possibility. The Mets are also considering right-hander Drew Gagnon.
