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The right-hander, who was placed on the IL just before Opening Day, said he is looking out for the best intentions of his family and did not want to be in a situation of “many uncertainties.”

The injury scare for Scherzer is the latest in a string of them involving key pitchers early in the shortened MLB season, even aside from the league’s trouble containing coronavirus outbreaks affecting three teams.

The Texas Rangers and New York Mets made a minor transaction on Wednesday when the Rangers dealt right-handed reliever Ariel Juarado to the Mets.

New York Mets’ first baseman Pete Alonso discussed the decision of his teammate, Yoenis Cespedes, to opt out of the 2020 season. Read more on RADIO.COM Sports.

Yoenis Cespedes did not show up to Truist Field for Sunday’s game against the Braves and the Mets have been unable to communicate with the slugger.

The Mets made a deal on Sunday with the San Francisco Giants to bring in lightning-quick outfielder Billy Hamilton to add some depth to their roster.

All-Star closer Edwin Diaz continued his nightmare start with another meltdown Thursday in the Mets’ loss to Boston, casting doubt on his future in the ninth inning.

Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen provided an update on Jed Lowrie’s ailing left knee on Thursday, but if he will return to the field at all this season remains uncertain.

Longtime Met and former National League batting champ Jose Reyes announced his MLB retirement Wednesday. The 37-year-old logged 517 steals over his 16 seasons, good for 33rd all-time. His batting title in 2011 was the first in Mets history.

Vanderbilt’s Jack Leiter, the son of former MLB pitcher and two-time All-Star Al Leiter, throws some blistering heat in a video showcasing some of the star prospect’s pitches.