BREAKING: The New York Mets have just placed reliever Reed Garrett on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation. This move comes after an MRI revealed no ligament damage, and the team remains hopeful that Garrett will return as early as possible.
Garrett’s stint on the injured list is retroactive to Saturday, September 23, following a challenging outing where he allowed two runs and three hits during the eighth inning of a 12-7 victory against the Atlanta Braves. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza noted that Garrett has been struggling to recover, stating, “He was having a hard time recovering…we were staying away from him because he was having a hard time.”
The 32-year-old Garrett has made a career-high 54 appearances this season, boasting a 3.61 ERA with three saves. However, his performance has waned recently, with a troubling 6.97 ERA over his last ten outings. Mendoza confirmed that Garrett will receive a cortisone shot, with a potential return to throwing just a few days later.
In a related move, the Mets have brought up José Castillo from Triple-A Syracuse to fill Garrett’s spot on the roster. Castillo has an impressive 2.19 ERA in 14 relief appearances for New York after being acquired on May 15.
Additionally, the Mets have transferred Frankie Montas to the 60-day injured list, marking a significant setback for the struggling right-hander who will miss the rest of the season due to his own elbow injury.
In a positive update, catcher Francisco Alvarez is making strides in his recovery from a sprained thumb. After taking batting practice for the second consecutive day, he is on track to start a minor league rehabilitation assignment as early as Wednesday or Thursday. Mendoza expressed his surprise at Alvarez’s progress, stating, “I couldn’t believe it…that’s pretty impressive there.”
Alvarez, just 23 years old, has been a bright spot this season, with a batting average of .323, four home runs, and 13 RBIs in just 21 games since returning from Triple-A.
The Mets, currently facing the Philadelphia Phillies in a crucial three-game series, will keep a close eye on Garrett’s recovery as they aim for a strong finish to the season. Fans and analysts alike are eagerly awaiting updates on their key players as the Mets navigate these injuries.
Stay tuned for more urgent updates on the Mets’ roster changes and player conditions as the situation develops.
