Mets Bullpen Faces Further Challenges as Drew Smith Hits IL
Smith joins Diaz on the sidelines, leaving the Mets scrambling to fill key bullpen roles ahead of a demanding schedule.
Overview
- Drew Smith placed on 15-day IL with right elbow sprain, severity unknown.
- Smith's injury follows Edwin Diaz's 10-game suspension for using an illegal substance.
- Ty Adcock recalled from Triple-A Syracuse to replace Smith on the roster.
- Smith experienced forearm tightness after stepping in for Diaz during Sunday's game against the Cubs.
- The Mets bullpen has struggled recently, complicating their upcoming 18-game stretch in 19 days.