Mets Face Rotation Challenges After Frankie Montas Injury

Frankie Montas is sidelined for up to three months due to a high-grade lat strain, prompting the Mets to explore replacement options.

Frankie Montas, who signed a two-year, $34 million deal with the Mets this offseason, has been diagnosed with a high-grade lat strain and will not throw for 6-8 weeks.
The injury will require Montas to undergo a full spring training-style buildup after the shutdown, likely sidelining him until at least May or June.
The Mets are evaluating potential replacements, including free-agent pitchers Alex Wood and José Quintana, as well as exploring trade options like Padres ace Dylan Cease.
Montas' absence intensifies concerns about the Mets' rotation, which already had significant question marks despite offseason additions like Sean Manaea and Clay Holmes.
Manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized the team’s pitching depth but acknowledged the need for internal competition and external solutions to stabilize the rotation.