Mets' Rotation Depth Challenged by Kranick's Hamstring Injury

As Max Kranick joins Kodai Senga on the injured list, the Mets face early season pitching challenges.

Mets pitcher Max Kranick diagnosed with Grade 2 hamstring strain, to start season on IL.
Kranick's injury follows Kodai Senga's, further impacting Mets' starting rotation depth.
Despite injuries, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza remains optimistic about team's pitching depth.
Mets unlikely to pursue high-profile free agents, focusing on internal options for rotation.
Kranick, a lifelong Mets fan, faces setback after missing previous seasons due to Tommy John surgery.