Jul 27, 2021; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets injured starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (48) watches from the dugout during the third inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
On Friday, we learned the New York Mets didn’t pull off an even bigger trade with the Chicago Cubs in July because of their concern over the health of Jacob deGrom. You know the guy. He’s the team’s ace that was scheduled to step on the mound every fifth or sixth day for the team this year—pending scheduled off-days.