The New York Mets continue to monitor third baseman Brett Baty’s left hamstring injury, as he has been sidelined for two games after leaving Tuesday’s game with tightness in the hamstring. Manager Carlos Mendoza remains optimistic that Baty will avoid the injured list, but his status remains uncertain pending further evaluation. In the meantime, Joey Wendle and Zack Short have been filling in at third base in Baty’s absence. Pitcher Kodai Senga, who has been recovering from a right shoulder strain, is progressing in his rehab and could potentially return from the IL on May 27.
Pitcher Michael Tonkin recently returned to the Mets after being claimed off waivers from the Twins, where he felt his time with the team was coming to an end after being designated for assignment. Tonkin expressed feeling overwhelmed with the constant movement and changes in his career. Mets owner Steve Cohen was in attendance at a recent game, engaging in a lengthy conversation with agent Scott Boras, whose clients include Mets player Pete Alonso. Pitcher David Peterson is progressing in his recovery from hip labrum surgery and is expected to begin a minor-league rehab assignment soon, with an eligible return date of May 27. Pitcher Tylor Megill has also started his rehab journey after being diagnosed with a shoulder strain.
Despite efforts to return to the field, Brett Baty has not yet been cleared to play after sustaining a left hamstring injury. Manager Carlos Mendoza remains hopeful that Baty can avoid the injured list, with Joey Wendle and Zack Short filling in at third base in the meantime. Pitcher Kodai Senga is showing progress in his rehab from a right shoulder strain, with a potential return date of May 27 looming. Michael Tonkin recently joined the Mets after being claimed off waivers from the Twins, experiencing a whirlwind of changes in his career. Mets owner Steve Cohen was spotted at a recent game engaging in discussions with agent Scott Boras, who represents Mets player Pete Alonso.
David Peterson continues to work towards a return to the field after undergoing hip labrum surgery, with a potential minor-league rehab assignment on the horizon. Tylor Megill has also taken steps in his rehab journey as he works to recover from a shoulder strain. Tyler Jay, a lefty reliever, has been outrighted to Triple-A Syracuse after clearing waivers, freeing up roster space for Tonkin’s return. The Mets organization is actively working to manage injuries and roster changes, with players recovering and adjusting to new opportunities. The team continues to monitor the progress of injured players while making necessary roster adjustments to accommodate returning players like Tonkin.
