Overview

• Jose Siri sustained a fractured left tibia after fouling a pitch during Saturday’s game against the Athletics, with an MRI and CT scan confirming the injury on Monday.
• Initial X-rays failed to detect the fracture, leading to further testing that revealed the extent of the injury.
• The Mets will place Siri on the injured list, with his recovery timeline still uncertain and follow-up evaluations planned for next week.
• Tyrone Taylor is expected to take on the primary center field duties, while prospect Luisangel Acuña is being prepared as an additional option.
• Siri’s injury comes as he struggles offensively this season, following his acquisition from the Rays in November to bolster the Mets’ defensive depth.