Mets Avert Major Injury to Jose Siri, St. Lucie Mets Dominate in Lakeland

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The New York Mets received a sigh of relief on Saturday as initial fears of a severe injury to outfielder Jose Siri were allayed. After being carted off the field following a foul ball that struck his left shin during a game against the Athletics, x-rays revealed no fracture. The diagnosis is a painful bruise, but manager Carlos Mendoza expressed relief, stating he initially feared the worst when he saw Siri's pain and inability to put weight on the leg.

Siri, who described the impact as being “right on the bone, where there’s not a lot of fat or a lot of muscle,” was using crutches after the game and admitted to significant pain and a lack of power in the affected leg. His availability remains uncertain, with the Mets listing him as day-to-day. A decision on whether he will require a stint on the injured list will be made in the coming days after further evaluation.

Despite a slow start at the plate this season (1-for-20), Siri's defensive prowess and aggressive baserunning have been impactful for the Mets. The team is hopeful for a swift recovery.

In other injury-related news, Juan Soto caused a moment of concern when he appeared to wince after a swing on Friday night. Soto clarified that his right elbow had hyperextended slightly during the at-bat but assured that he was fine. He noted experiencing similar sensations in the past, though this was the first instance this year.

Looking ahead, the Mets plan to incorporate a sixth starter into their rotation during the upcoming home series against the Cardinals. This move aims to provide extra rest for the existing starters during a demanding stretch of 13 consecutive games without a day off. Potential candidates include Justin Hagenman, currently with Triple-A Syracuse, as well as left-hander Brandon Waddell and prospects Brandon Sproat and Blade Tidwell. Sproat delivered a promising performance on Saturday, pitching 4 1⁄3 innings of one-run ball with six strikeouts.

Additional notes from the Mets camp: Jesse Winker has been battling flu symptoms, leading to Starling Marte serving as the designated hitter. Luis Torrens is still managing a right forearm bruise but reported feeling better after returning to the lineup. Manager Mendoza expressed confidence in Hayden Senger's ability behind the plate, highlighting his skills in handling the pitching staff and controlling the running game.

St. Lucie Mets Dominate Lakeland

LAKELAND, Fla. (April 12, 2025) – The St. Lucie Mets secured a resounding 10-3 victory over the Lakeland Flying Tigers on Saturday night, marking their most significant win of the young season. The win gives the Mets a 3-2 lead in the series. The team will aim for the series victory on Sunday afternoon.

The St. Lucie Mets offense exploded for 13 hits. A.J. Ewing led the charge, going 3-for-5 with his first home run of the season and three RBIs. Ewing is currently batting 11 for 22 in the series with nine RBIs. Vincent Perozo contributed with a 2-for-4 performance. He had a triple, a double, an RBI, and two runs scored. Daiverson Gutierrez also had a strong showing, going 2-for-5 with an RBI and two runs, extending his hitting streak to five games. Marco Vargas reached base three times, scoring three runs and stealing a base.

On the pitching side, Matt Allan made his second start. He pitched 3.2 scoreless innings, allowing two hits and striking out two. Channing Austin earned the win with four innings of relief. He allowed one run on one hit and striking out three. Josh Blum pitched the final 1.1 innings, surrendering a two-run homer to Akil Baddoo in the ninth.

The St. Lucie Mets took an early lead. They scored two runs in the third inning on RBI singles by Ewing and JT Schwartz. They then added four runs in the fifth, capitalized on errors by the Flying Tigers. Perozo scored on a groundout in the sixth, and Vargas scored on a balk. Perozo doubled in the seventh, and Ewing homered in the eighth to complete the scoring for St. Lucie.

The St. Lucie Mets (4-4) and Flying Tigers (4-4) will conclude their six-game series on Sunday.