New York Mets ace Noah Syndergaard will avoid a trip to the disabled list and should make his next start after the All-Star break. The All-Star exited Friday's game against the Washington Nationals with what was reported to be arm fatigue. The exit came abruptly in the fifth inning, causing concern that the youngster mighth have suffered a serious injury in the process.
Mets manager Terry Collins indicated on Saturday that Syndergaard will not undergo an MRI and will make the team's trip to California immediately following the upcoming All-Star Game.
Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard has not had an MRI and is not expected to, according to manager Terry Collins.... https://t.co/5LD79BCkGb — Adam Rubin (@AdamRubinESPN) July 9, 2016
Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard has not had an MRI and is not expected to, according to manager Terry Collins.... https://t.co/5LD79BCkGb
This is good news for a Mets team that's going to be without Matt Harvey for the remainder of the season.
The 23-year-old All-Star has posted a 9-3 record with a 2.41 ERA and a 1.06 WHIP in 16 starts this season.