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.

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.