6:30 p.m.: Yoenis Cespedes worked out prior to Friday night's game against the Phillies, but told reporters he still experienced some discomfort in his quadriceps when running the bases and is still uncertain of a return date to the lineup.
Cespedes also said he worked out in the outfield and did not encounter any issues there.
Previous updates from July 15
Cespedes took early batting practice before Friday night's game but is not in the starting lineup as the Mets open the second half against the Phillies.
Terry Collins said on Friday that Cespedes quad has improved and he is available to pinch hit.