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Mets Put Scott on 15-Day IL, Recall Myers to Start

6/16/2026

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Summary

Mets Place Scott

The New York Mets placed right-hander Scott on the 15-day injured list on June 15, 2026 because of a right hip impingement.
Scott’s injury is considered minor.
He could be eligible to return on June 27, 2026.
The move forces the Mets to add two pitchers to the rotation.
Tobias Myers was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse and started the series opener in Cincinnati on Monday.

Summary

Scott Treated

Christian Scott received an MRI that confirmed a right-hip impingement and was given a cortisone shot, which eased his discomfort.
Kodai Senga, currently on the injured list with a back issue, is expected to make a minor-league rehab start before the Mets consider activating him.
Manager Carlos Mendoza said the team hopes Scott’s time on the injured list will be brief after the treatment, indicating confidence in a quick return.

Summary

Mets Claim Short

Mets claimed Zack Short, a 31-year-old hitting .172 with 15 homers and 69 RBIs.
Christian Scott was 0-3 (4.56 ERA) in 2024, missed 2025, then 2-0 (3.10 ERA) in 2026.
Jorge Polanco moved from 10-day to 60-day IL for Achilles bursitis and a wrist contusion.
After Daniel Duarte was optioned to Syracuse, Jonathan Pintaro was recalled and posted a 1.35 ERA with one walk and five strikeouts in three outings.

Summary

Mets Beat Braves

The Mets beat first-place Atlanta Braves, delivering a rare boost before a setback.
The team remains seven games under .500 and faces an injury list that now includes pitchers and position players.
Manager Carlos Mendoza has not commented on rotation changes as the Mets head into a road trip starting in Cincinnati and then Philadelphia.
With playoff hopes fading, the growing injuries leave the Mets’ future uncertain.

History

Historical Context

During the 1994–95 MLB strike, the season ended on August 11, 1994 and owners canceled the remaining 938 games on September 14, while the minor-league season continued unchanged. That precedent of relying on minor-league talent resurfaced in 2026 when a right-hip impingement sidelined Mets starter Christian Scott and the club recalled Triple-A pitcher Tobias Myers from Syracuse for the Cincinnati series.

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Mets Place Scott

The New York Mets placed right-hander Scott on the 15-day injured list on June 15, 2026 because of a right hip impingement.
Scott’s injury is considered minor.
He could be eligible to return on June 27, 2026.
The move forces the Mets to add two pitchers to the rotation.
Tobias Myers was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse and started the series opener in Cincinnati on Monday.

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