Jun 4, 2021; San Diego, California, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Joey Lucchesi (47) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports
Before and in between the New York Mets pair of games on Monday, fans were treated to multiple pieces of injury news involving the team. After witnessing Jacob deGrom get through his work without any injury concerns of his own, three bombs of differing degrees dropped.
First, the Mets placed Robert Gsellman on the IL which opened up an easy transition to allow Jeff McNeil to make his return.