Mets face rotation crisis as Paul Blackburn emerges as prime trade bait in crowded pitching lineup

Frankie Montas Starting Rehab Assignment, Paul Blackburn Nearing Return

The New York Mets are one step closer to getting two of their pitchers back on the major league roster. Manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters that Frankie Montas is set to begin a rehab assignment with High-A Brooklyn on Saturday, while Paul Blackburn is scheduled to make one more rehab start for Triple-A Syracuse on […]

Mets face rotation crisis as Paul Blackburn emerges as prime trade bait in crowded pitching lineup

In the heart of a bustling season, the New York Mets find themselves at a crossroads, not due to a lack of talent but rather an abundance of it within their pitching ranks. The team’s starting rotation, a cornerstone of their early success, faces a unique dilemma. As the offense cools from its fiery start, the question isn’t about finding quality arms but deciding which ones to keep in play. This conundrum is particularly highlighted as the Mets…