Noah Syndergaard
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Aug 31 2023The Guardians released Syndergaard on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander was removed from Cleveland's 40-man roster over the weekend and is now officially a free agent after passing through waivers unclaimed. Syndergaard has posted a 6.50 ERA in 18 starts this season for the Dodgers and Guardians but could latch on with some team in need of an arm to eat innings.
Aug 23 2023Syndergaard came away with a no-decision Tuesday in the Guardians' win over the Dodgers, giving up three runs on four hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander wasn't dominant, managing only nine swinging strikes among his 95 pitches, but Syndergaard did deliver his first quality start since April. He's alternated solid outings with poor ones since coming over to Cleveland at the trade deadline, but his overall 4.94 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 15:7 K:BB through 27.1 innings makes him an unappealing fantasy option in most formats. He'll look to build some momentum in his next start, likely to come this weekend in Toronto.
Aug 16 2023Syndergaard (1-2) took the loss Wednesday, allowing six runs (five earned) on eight hits and two walks over 4.1 innings against Cincinnati. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard allowed just one run through his first three innings before the Reds broke the game open with four runs on a pair of homers in the fourth. The 30-year-old Syndergaard's now allowed 12 earned runs through his first four starts (21.1 innings) with Cleveland. His ERA sits at an unsightly 6.57 with a 1.45 WHIP and 49:15 K:BB across 16 starts (76.2 innings) this season between the Guardians and Dodgers. Syndergaard's currently lined up for a home matchup with those same Dodgers in his next outing.
Aug 11 2023Syndergaard (1-1) earned the win Thursday, allowing one run on six hits and two walks over 5.2 innings in a 4-3 victory over Toronto. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard struggled early, allowing five hits and a walk over the first two innings, though it would only lead to one coming across for Toronto. The veteran right-hander settled in after that, hurling three consecutive 1-2-3 innings before once again running into trouble in the sixth. He was replaced by Nick Sandlin with two outs in the frame, just missing out on a quality start, but he's now allowed one run or fewer in two of his first three starts since joining the Guardians. It also marked Syndergaard's first win since April 30.
Aug 5 2023Syndergaard (1-5) pitched six innings against the White Sox on Saturday, allowing five runs on nine hits and no walks while striking out three batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Syndergaard was able to give Cleveland decent length, throwing 83 pitches over six frames, he had trouble keeping the ball in the park. The right-hander served up four homers, including three across the third and fourth innings. Syndergaard at least seemed to be physically fine after departing his previous contest as a result of taking a comebacker off his lower right leg, but this was a step back compared to that outing, during which he allowed just one run over 5.1 frames. The veteran hurler is getting a shot in the Guardians' rotation due to a slew of injuries to other starters, but he's struggled to get big-league hitters out this season, compiling a 6.75 ERA over 14 starts between Cleveland and the Dodgers.
Aug 4 2023Syndergaard (leg) will start Saturday's game against the White Sox, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He exited Monday's start in the bottom of the sixth inning after being struck in the lower right leg by a comebacker, but it was apparently just a minor bruise. Syndergaard, who struck out zero batters in 5.1 innings in his Guardians debut, has struck out just 21 batters over his last 44.2 innings.
Jul 31 2023Syndergaard exited Monday's start against the Astros in the bottom of the sixth inning after being struck by a comebacker in his lower right leg, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was on the 15-day injured list with a finger injury when he was traded from the Dodgers to the Guardians on Wednesday, but he was activated to make his team debut ahead of Monday's matchup. The 30-year-old was relatively productive prior to his premature exit, allowing a run on two hits and two walks while failing to strike out a batter in 5.1 innings. Syndergaard gave up at least five runs in each of his final three starts with the Dodgers, but his first outing with Cleveland was encouraging. However, the exact nature and severity of his injury are unclear, and whether he'll be able to make his next turn through the rotation remains to be seen.
Jul 27 2023Syndergaard (finger) is scheduled to be reinstated from the 15-day injured list to start for the Guardians on Monday in Houston, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard will be making his Guardians debut after he was acquired from the Dodgers on Wednesday in exchange for shortstop Amed Rosario. The 30-year-old has been on the injured list since early June due to a blister on his right index finger and struggled to a 7.16 ERA in 55.1 innings (12 starts) during his time with Los Angeles.
Jul 26 2023The Dodgers traded Syndergaard (finger) to the Guardians on Wednesday in exchange for Amed Rosario, Pat Ragazzo of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard has been on the injured list since June 8 with a blister on his right index finger and began a rehab assignment July 15. The 30-year-old righty holds a 7.16 ERA and 1.45 WHIP through 55.1 innings across 12 starts with the Dodgers, and he will presumably work out of the back end of Cleveland's rotation once he returns from his assignment -- likely in early August.
Jul 24 2023Syndergaard (finger) is scheduled to make another rehab start for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard's upcoming start will be his third in the minors, and manager Dave Roberts noted Thursday's outing will be the right-hander's final one of yhe rehab assignment. "That's when the rubber meets the road, and we have to make a decision," stated Roberts. If he comes out of the appearance feeling healthy, the Dodgers should activate Syndergaard from the 15-day injured list and would likely give him another chance in the starting rotation, especially with Emmet Sheehan (8.49 ERA over his last five starts) struggling at the back end.
Jul 23 2023Syndergaard (finger) tossed five-plus innings for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday, allowing four runs on six hits and no walks while striking out two batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard's final line doesn't tell the full story of his outing. The veteran hurler made it through five innings having retired 15 of 17 batters and having given up just one run, but he allowed four straight hits to begin the sixth, and three of those batters came around to score. He worked up to 77 pitches in the outing, 58 of which were a strike. Syndergaard is trying to make it back up to the big club, and his ability to do so will likely depend upon what he's able to show during his stint in the minors. Friday's outing was a mixed bag toward that end given his excellent first five frames and sputtering finish.
Jul 16 2023Syndergaard (finger) tossed five innings for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Saturday, allowing two runs on four hits and no walks while striking out six batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Syndergaard is technically on the IL due to a finger blister, the organization has made it clear that the veteran hurler's time away from the team is primarily to have him reset after posting a 7.16 ERA and 1.45 WHIP over his first 12 starts. Though the right-hander yielded a pair of runs in his first rehab outing, he also demonstrated good efficiency, needing just 52 pitches -- 41 of which were a strike -- to get through five frames. The Dodgers have suggested that they still see Syndergaard as a big-league starter, but he'll need to demonstrate improvement during his time with OKC to reclaim that role. Saturday's appearance was a positive step in that direction.
Jul 7 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Syndergaard (finger) will soon head out on a minor-league rehab assignment, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard passed his final side-work test Friday afternoon at Dodger Stadium with a successful three-inning simulated game. Out since early June with a finger blister -- and a 7.16 season ERA -- he'll have to show encouraging results on the farm in order to earn another chance in the Los Angeles rotation. It figures to be a lengthy rehab stint.
Jul 6 2023Syndergaard (finger) had his simulated game pushed back to Friday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was originally scheduled to throw Thursday, but he hasn't suffered a setback according to reports., Instead, he could be needed out of the bullpen given the rash of injuries and other absences currently thinning the Dodgers' relief corps. Syndergaard's long-term role remains in flux, but he could return to the mound earlier than expected if he doesn't need to stretch out in the short term.
Jul 4 2023Syndergaard (finger) is scheduled to throw a simulated game Thursday, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard has made it through a handful of bullpen sessions without issue and will now advance to facing live hitters. Out since June 8 due to a blister on his right index finger, the 30-year-old is expected to head out on a lengthy minor-league rehab assignment before he becomes a consideration again for the Dodgers' pitching staff. He had had struggled to a 7.16 ERA in 55.1 innings (12 starts) prior to the IL stint.
Jun 24 2023Syndergaard (finger) threw a bullpen session and faced live hitters Saturday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard landed on the injured list June 8 with a blister on his right index finger. The plan was to go slow with Syndergaard's rehab process so that he could mentally reset after beginning the season with a 7.16 ERA and 1.45 WHIP through 55.1 frames. The Dodgers haven't indicated whether or not they plan on sending the veteran pitcher on a rehab assignment, but it appears Syndergaard is entering the home stretch of his recovery.
Jun 8 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Thursday that Syndergaard will be built up slowly once his blister heals, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was placed on the 15-day injured list Thursday morning due to a blister on his right index finger, and the Dodgers will use this as a sort of season reset for him. He's struggled to a 7.16 ERA through 55.1 innings (12 starts) this year and seems likely to remain on the shelf through at least the end of June. It's unclear whether there will be a rotation spot available to Syndergaard whenever he's ultimately deemed fit to return to a major-league mound.
Jun 2 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters that Syndergaard will make his next start against the Reds on Wednesday, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard has really struggled as of late, and he is coming off a start against the Nationals on Wednesday where he allowed five rive runs over five innings and was fortunate to come away with a no-decision. Syndergaard is going to have to start pitching more effectively to say in the rotation, but he'll get at least more chance with an outing against the Reds in the middle of next week.
May 27 2023Syndergaard (1-4) took the loss Friday, allowing six runs on eight hits and one walk over six innings in a 9-3 loss to Tampa Bay. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After allowing at least one run in each of the first four innings, Syndergaard was able to settle down and toss two scoreless frames before being replaced. Friday's outing marked the third time the veteran has give up at least six runs this season, and his 6.27 ERA across 10 starts isn't pretty. Syndergaard isn't the strikeout pitcher he was early in his career anymore, and now, he's struggling to keep runs off the board, making him a less-than-ideal fantasy option moving forward. The right-hander figures to get a few more chances in the Dodgers' rotation to turn things around while Julio Urias (hamstring), Michael Grove (groin), Ryan Pepiot (oblique), Dustin May (forearm) and Walker Buehler (elbow) all remain on the injured list.
May 20 2023Syndergaard allowed three runs on four hits and one walk while striking out four batters over five innings in a no-decision against St. Louis on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard has been dealing with a cut on his index finger on his pitching hand, so there was some uncertainty about he'd hold up after lasting just four innings his previous time out. The right-hander gave Los Angeles moderate length Saturday, tossing 80 pitches (53 strikes) over five frames. He gave up three runs over the first two innings but finished strong, retiring the final seven batters he faced. Syndergaard has struggled with a 5.88 ERA through nine starts this season, but his presence in Los Angeles' rotation has taken extra importance with Julio Urias (hamstring) and Dustin May (forearm) both on the IL.
May 16 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters Tuesday that Syndergaard's finger held up well during Monday's outing against the Twins, and he'll make his next scheduled start, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard struck out five and allowed two runs over four innings in a no-decision against the Twins on Monday. The right-hander left his start on May 9 due to a cut on his right index finger, but his early exit was due to pitch count and not anything due to the injury. Syndergaard's next scheduled start is Saturday against the Cardinals in St. Louis.
May 15 2023Syndergaard did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing two runs on four hits over four innings against the Twins. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard made his first start since exiting his May 9th start due to a cut on his right index finger. The righty tossed 59 pitches to get through four innings. Syndergaard's first season as a Dodger has not gone well. He has a 5.94 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and has struck out just 26 batters in 36.1 innings.
May 14 2023Manager Dave Roberts announced Sunday that Syndergaard (finger) will start Monday's game against the Twins, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander confirmed his index finger feels good after Saturday's bullpen session, per Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register, which clears him to pitch after exiting his previous outing due to a laceration. It's been an up-and-down season thus far for Syndergaard with a 6.12 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 21:5 K:BB across 32.1 innings.
May 13 2023Syndergaard's finger held up over about 50 throws in Saturday's bullpen session, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per Hoornstra, the next sure sign that Syndergaard will be ready to start Monday's game against the Twins will be if Gavin Stone makes his scheduled start Sunday for Triple-A Oklahoma City. While Syndergaard's health is trending in the right direction, his performance has not, as he has struck out four batters and walked three over his previous 16.1 innings.
May 12 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters that he's "hopeful" Syndergaard (finger) will be able to make his start Monday,Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was able to throw again Friday with his right index finger covered after developing a cut on the digit Tuesday, but the real test for the right-hander will come during Saturday's bullpen session. If he has no issues Saturday, he likely will be on the mound Monday against the Twins, but fantasy GMs should wait for the team to make it official before plugging Syndergaard back into their active rosters.
May 10 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that a decision on whether Syndergaard (finger) will be placed on the injured list won't come before Friday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was removed after one inning in Tuesday's win over the Brewers after he developed a cut on his right index finger. He was able to play catch Wednesday by covering the finger and also using a topical skin adhesive. Neither of those things would be allowed while Syndergaard pitches, however, so he'll have to show during a between-starts bullpen session this weekend that his finger is feeling well enough to keep him off the IL.
May 9 2023Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters after Tuesday's game against the Brewers that the team will see how Syndergaard's right index finger responds over the next few days, Matthew Moreno of DodgersBlues.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard left Tuesday's start in the second inning after experience a cut on his right index finger. The right-hander is now in danger of missing his next scheduled start early next week, but his status likely won't be determined until the weekend at the earliest.
May 7 2023Syndergaard is slated to start Tuesday's game against the Brewers at American Family Field, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard found himself as the odd man out of Los Angeles' rotation this past week following the promotion of right-hander Gavin Stone from Triple-A Oklahoma City, but Stone was sent back to the minors after getting tagged for five runs (four earned) in four innings in his MLB debut Wednesday. Though he'll step back in as the Dodgers' No. 5 starter this week, Syndergaard likely doesn't have significant job security after posting a 6.32 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and 12.3 K-BB% through his first six starts. All of those metrics are the worst or second-worst marks of his career.
May 3 2023Syndergaard isn't scheduled to make a start this week, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: An off day Thursday allows the Dodgers to realign their rotation, which they'll do by setting up Clayton Kershaw, Dustin May and Julio Urias to make starts this weekend in a big divisional series with San Diego. Manager Dave Roberts didn't specify whether Syndergaard will be available out of the bullpen this weekend, as the right-hander is expected to use some of his time out of the rotation to address some mechanical issues. Syndergaard owns a 6.32 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and 21:4 K:BB over 31.1 innings this season, but he managed to pick up his first win his last time out Sunday against the Cardinals.
Apr 30 2023Syndergaard (1-3) allowed three runs on eight hits over 5.1 innings and earned a win over the Cardinals on Sunday. He did not issue a walk or record a strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was an odd start for Syndergaard who has now recorded two or fewer strikeouts in four of his first six outings. He's also issued just four total walks through 31.1 frames, including four starts without walking anyone. Syndergaard allowed two runs in the second inning followed by another in the fifth but the Dodgers gave him enough run support for the win. His velocity was down -- he averaged 91.4 mph on the fastball compared to his season average of 92.5 mph -- and he forced just three whiffs. Syndergaard's next start is projected to be in San Diego next week.
Apr 3 2023Syndergaard did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing one run on four hits and zero walks across six innings during a 2-1 loss to Arizona. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard kept the bases clear for the most part, but the lone extra-base hit he allowed came in the fifth inning and tied the score at 1-1. The veteran right-hander dealt with a blister at the end of spring training, but he appears to be 100 percent and looked sharp in his regular-season debut. Across 25 appearances with the Angels and Phillies last season, Syndergaard posted a 3.94 ERA and 1.25 WHIP with a 95:31 K:BB across 134.2 innings.
Mar 9 2023Syndergaard has tossed five scoreless innings through two spring appearances, allowing one hit and no walks while striking out four batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers signed Syndergaard over the winter with the hope of turning him into another pitching reclamation success, as they did with both Tyler Anderson and Andrew Heaney last season. Though spring-training stats should always be taken with a grain of salt, the results have been encouraging thus far given Syndergaard's first two outings. On a less positive note, the veteran right-hander has yet to display the in-game bump in velocity that manager Dave Roberts hinted at in mid-February, as he topped out at 93 mph in his first outing and 94 mph in his second, per Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times. Syndergaard averaged 94.1 mph on his fastball last season, well below his early-career velocity, which averaged over 98 mph.
Mar 2 2023Syndergaard has topped out at 93 mph with his fastball so far in Dodgers camp, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Offseason reports suggested that Syndergaard might be on the path back to the high-90s with his heater, and there's still time for his velocity readings to improve before Opening Day, but the 30-year-old right-hander acknowledged that he thought he'd be further ahead with it at this point. He averaged around 98 mph during his best years with the Mets and came in just shy of 94 mph last season between the Angels and Phillies.
Feb 17 2023Syndergaard has shown an uptick in velocity during early-camp bullpen sessions, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "There's going to be a marked increase in velocity (this year), in our opinion," Roberts said. Syndergaard went to Driveline over the offseason with the goal of regaining some pop on his fastball, so this news is encouraging. The right-hander averaged about 94 mph with his fastball in 2022, down 4-5 mph from his pre-injury peak. Syndergaard's velocity will be something to watch during Cactus League play.
Dec 14 2022Syndergaard agreed to a contract with the Dodgers on Wednesday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's a one-year, $13 million contract with incentives worth up to $1.5 million, per Joel Sherman of the New York Post. Syndergaard joined the Angels on a one-year contract for 2022, but he was traded to the Phillies and briefly dropped from the rotation late in the season. The right-hander had a 3.94 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 95:31 K:BB across 134.2 innings and should round out Los Angeles' rotation after Tyler Anderson and Andrew Heaney departed via free agency.
Nov 3 2022Syndergaard pitched three innings and took the loss during Thursday's 3-2 defeat to the Astros in Game 5 of the World Series, allowing two runs on three hits and zero walks while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard got off to a tough start in Game 5, allowing a leadoff double to Jose Altuve and an RBI single to Jeremy Pena. Although he was able to limit the damage to one run in the first inning, the Astros jumped ahead with a solo shot from Pena in the fourth inning, knocking Syndergaard from the game. The 30-year-old has a modest 3.33 ERA across 8.1 innings in the postseason with eight Ks.
Oct 31 2022Syndergaard won't make his scheduled start in Monday's Game 3 of the World Series against Houston, as the game has been postponed due to rain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Game 3 will now be played Tuesday, and the team has already confirmed that Ranger Suarez will be the one toeing the rubber. Syndergaard is now scheduled to start Game 5, per Matt Gelb of The Athletic, which is set to take place Thursday.
Oct 30 2022Syndergaard will start Game 3 of the World Series against the Astros on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He has thrown 5.1 innings across three appearances this postseason, with his three innings Oct. 15 against Atlanta representing his postseason high. Syndergaard has given up one run on three hits and a walk while striking out four over that span. He is pitching opposite Lance McCullers and will presumably turn the ball over to the bullpen after one turn through the order, if not earlier.
Oct 15 2022Syndergaard is only scheduled to go through the order once in his start in Game 4 of the NLDS against Atlanta on Saturday, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While the Phillies could always adjust their plans based on Syndergaard's performance, his numbers since his mid-season move to Philadelphia suggest that he's unlikely to do much to change his manager's mind. In 10 appearances for his new team, he owns a mediocre 4.12 ERA, though his very low 13.7 percent strikeout rate suggests things could be meaningfully worse. The Phillies could hope to get multiple innings from Bailey Falter following Syndergaard's exit, though they could also turn to high-leverage options very early in the game. Even using Zack Wheeler in relief appears to be on the table.
Oct 14 2022Syndergaard will start Game 4 of the NLDS on Saturday against Atlanta, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After their win in Game 3 on Friday, Syndergaard will have the chance to send the Phillies to the NLCS with a strong performance. He entered Game 2 of the NLDS as a reliever and threw one inning -- his only appearance of the postseason. Bailey Falter was another option to draw the start in Game 4, and he could still serve in a multi-inning relief role if Syndergaard has a short outing.
Oct 2 2022Syndergaard (10-10) gave up two hits and two walks while striking out three over 5.2 scoreless innings to earn the win in an 8-2 victory over the Nationals on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard looked very good in his final start of the season, and his first start since returning to the rotation after a brief stint in the bullpen. He held the Nationals scoreless into the sixth inning and helped to improve the Phillies' postseason chances by notching his 10th win of the year. Syndergaard lowered his ERA to 3.94 with the performance. It remains to be seen which role he will fill for the Phillies should they be playing further into October.
Sep 30 2022Friday night's game between the Nationals and Phillies was postponed and Syndergaard will start Game 2 of a doubleheader Saturday, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He will get an extra day of rest due to the remnants of Hurricane Ian. Saturday will be Syndergaard's final start of the regular season. He has a 4.91 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 10 strikeouts in 18.1 innings over four appearances this month.
Sep 29 2022Syndergaard will start Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader against the Nationals, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard last pitched Sept. 21 and fired two scoreless innings out of the bullpen, but he'll briefly return to the rotation for Friday's twin bill. The right-hander struggled in his last four starts prior to the move to the bullpen with a 6.14 ERA across 22 innings.
Sep 18 2022Syndergaard will work as Zack Wheeler's piggyback partner for the next two turns in the rotation, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard, who has a 6.14 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over his last four starts, lost the battle for the last rotation spot to Bailey Falter and will come in to relieve Wheeler in his first two starts back from the injured list. The arrangement could lead to Syndergaard qualifying for a win or two if he pitches well in this new role. His first opportunity will come Wednesday against Toronto, and he's then expected to follow Wheeler again Sept. 27 in Chicago. The Phillies expect to add Syndergaard back to their rotation for their Oct. 1 doubleheader in Washington.
Sep 15 2022Syndergaard (9-10) allowed four earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out three across six innings to take the loss Thursday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard allowed a pair of home runs, with the primary damage coming on a three-run shot by Bryan De La Cruz in the fourth inning. He was fairly uninspiring otherwise, inducing only four swinging strikes on 82 total pitches. Syndergaard has now allowed at least three earned runs in each of his last four starts, and he has a 6.14 ERA with a 13:3 K:BB across 22 frames in that span. Overall, he owns a 4.18 ERA in 127 innings on the season.
Sep 10 2022Syndergaard (9-9) picked up the win in Friday's 5-3 victory over the Nationals, giving up three runs on eight hits over six innings. He struck out two without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander delivered his fourth quality start in his last six outings, but he hasn't quite been as reliable lately as that would suggest. Syndergaard has a 4.25 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 21:6 K:BB through 36 innings over that stretch, and his lack of dominance leaves him susceptible to the occasional implosion.
Sep 3 2022Syndergaard did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing four runs (three earned) on seven hits and one walk over 4.1 innings in a 5-4 loss against the Giants. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His own throwing error resulted in the Giants' first run in the first inning and Joc Pederson added an extra run to his ledger after Syndergaard exited the game in the fifth. Syndergaard was lifted after 75 pitches -- his lowest total so far in six starts for the Phillies. The right-hander has lost a lot of his dominance, but he's taken the ball 21 times between the Angels and the Phillies this season and posted respectable results (4.07 ERA, 1.28 WHIP) after nearly two full years away due to injury.
Aug 28 2022Syndergaard (3-1) took the loss Sunday, allowing five runs on nine hits and one walk over 5.2 innings against Pittsburgh. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After getting off to a rough start in the first inning on a few base hits, Syndergaard settled in before giving up a run on a triple and sacrifice bunt in the fourth. The Pirates then tagged Thor for three runs on four hits to chase him in the sixth inning. The nine hits allowed were his second highest total of the season and helped push his WHIP up to 1.26. He lines up to take on the Giants in San Francisco in his next start.
Aug 22 2022Syndergaard (8-8) allowed one run on three hits and two walks over seven innings Monday, striking out one and earning a win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The only damage against Syndergaard came in the fifth inning when he served up a solo homer to Austin Romine. The 29-year-old righty has completed seven innings in two straight starts and he's now 3-0 with a 3.60 ERA in four starts since being acquired by the Phillies. On the year, he's registered a 3.77 ERA with a 77:26 K:BB over 105 frames. Syndergaard is lined up to face the Pirates at home this weekend.
Aug 17 2022Syndergaard is now scheduled to make his next start Monday at home versus the Reds, after he had previously been lined up to take the hill for Sunday's series finale with the Mets at Citizens Bank Park, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the second time this season, Syndergaard will be missing out on a matchup with one of his former teams, as he was previously pushed off a potential start versus the Mets in June while he was a member of the Angels. For fantasy managers, the main impact is that Syndergaard will be denied a two-start week, though he'll tentatively line up for one the following week with matchups against the Reds on Monday and against the Pirates on Aug. 27.
Aug 15 2022Syndergaard (7-8) picked up the win after allowing three runs on eight hits while striking out six over seven innings Monday against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard gave up a pair of runs in the bottom of the second inning on a single to center field and would surrender another in the eighth on a solo shot, but his squad would come away with a 4-3 victory. After a rough club debut Aug. 5 against the Nationals (four earned runs and 11 hits over five innings), Syndergaard has responded with two straight quality starts including Monday's outing.
Aug 11 2022Syndergaard did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing two runs on six hits and two walks over six innings against the Marlins. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per MLB.com, Syndergaard allowed 10 batted balls with an exit velocity of at least 90 mph, but for the most part, he was able to work his way out of trouble. Ironically, Miami's two run-scoring hits were some of the weakest contact the right-hander produced all night. Jacob Stallings' broken-bat RBI single in the second had a 73.6 mph exit velocity, while the weakest contact (65.9) allowed by Syndergaard came on Charles Leblanc's run-scoring blooper in the fourth. Across his first two starts with Philadelphia, Syndergaard has allowed 17 hits, six runs and two walks across 11.0 innings.
Aug 5 2022Syndergaard (6-8) allowed four earned runs on 11 hits and no walks while striking out two across five innings to earn the win Thursday against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Of the 11 hits Syndergaard surrendered, only one went for extra bases. That allowed him to avoid a disastrous start in his debut with the Phillies, though he was forced to regularly work out of jams and managed only seven swinging strikes on 79 total pitches against a depleted Nationals lineup. Despite racking up only 66 strikeouts across 85 frames for the season, Syndergaard has allowed three or fewer earned runs in 12 of his 16 starts, which has resulted in a 4.02 ERA and 1.27 WHIP.
Aug 3 2022Syndergaard will start Thursday's game against the Nationals, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was dealt from the Angels to the Phillies just before Tuesday's trade deadline, and he'll make his debut for his new team two days later. The right-hander has posted a 3.74 ERA and 1.25 WHIP in 21.2 innings over his last four starts, but he hasn't started since July 25 against Kansas City.
Aug 2 2022Philadelphia acquired Syndergaard from the Angels on Tuesday in exchange for outfielders Mickey Moniak and Jadiel Sanchez, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Phillies didn't leave themselves much time, but they wound up adding a starting pitcher right before the 6 p.m. ET deadline to complete trades. Syndergaard has seen his strikeout rate crater this season, but he's punched out 24 batters -- while posting a 3.74 ERA and 1.25 WHIP -- in 21.2 innings over his last four starts, so he seems to be getting back on track a bit in that regard.
Jul 25 2022Syndergaard (5-8) took the loss against Kansas City on Monday, pitching 5.2 innings and allowing one run on six hits and two walks while striking out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For five innings, Syndergaard and opposing starter Zack Greinke engaged in a scoreless duel, with each hurler giving up only one extra-base hit. Greinke departed before the sixth, but Syndergaard was allowed to continue in that frame, and he retired the first two batters he faced. However, the following three hitters all reached base -- two via single and one by walk -- and the one run Syndergaard allowed was enough to send him to defeat on a night when he got no run support from his offense. The veteran hurler has been the subject of trade rumors of late, and he could be a decent addition to a contending team's staff given his 3.83 ERA and 1.21 WHIP on the campaign.
Jul 12 2022Syndergaard allowed three runs on three hits and four walks while striking out three in four innings in a no-decision versus the Astros on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The four walks were a season high for Syndergaard. He gave up a two-run home run to Aledmys Diaz in the first inning and an RBI single to Alex Bregman in the first. Despite the poor start, Syndergaard avoided the loss as the Angels rallied to tie the game in the seventh. He's given up 14 runs in his last 23.1 innings, hitting a rough patch in the middle of the season. He has a 4.00 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 58:20 K:BB across 74.1 innings overall across 14 starts. This was the right-hander's last start before the All-Star break, so he'll have an extended gap between outings to get himself back on track.
Jul 6 2022Syndergaard (5-7) took the loss Tuesday as the Angels were downed 2-1 by the Marlins, allowing two runs on five hits over five innings. He struck out eight without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Both runs off the right-hander came on solo shots by Garrett Cooper and Bryan De La Cruz, and Syndergaard had no margin for error with Sandy Alcantara dealing for Miami. Syndergaard has only one win in five starts since the beginning of June, but that's as much due to a lack of run support as poor pitching on his part, as he sports a 3.60 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 28:7 K:BB through 30 innings over that stretch.
Jun 28 2022Syndergaard (5-6) earned the win over the White Sox on Monday, tossing seven innings and allowing three runs on six hits and one walk while striking out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard shut down the White Sox through five innings, but Chicago got to him for three runs between the sixth and seventh frames. The right-hander appeared to be in line for a loss following his final inning, but the Angels scored twice in the bottom of the seventh to turn things around and hand him the victory. Syndergaard had some of his best stuff this season in the contest, registering 17 swinging strikes and tying a campaign high with seven punchouts. He hasn't been spectacular in his first season with the Angels, but Syndergaard has provided steady numbers with a 3.86 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 47:16 K:BB over 65.1 innings.
Jun 20 2022Syndergaard (4-6) allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks with five strikeouts in 7.1 innings, taking the loss Monday versus the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard gave up a two-run home run to Andrew Benintendi in the first inning, but settled in after that. He faded at the end of his start, allowing an RBI double to Nicky Lopez in the seventh and another two-run blast to Salvador Perez in the eighth before he was relieved by Jaime Barria. Syndergaard hadn't allowed multiple homers in a start all year, and he's now given up six long balls in 58.1 innings. He has a 3.86 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 40:15 K:BB through 11 outings. The right-hander is lined up to start against the White Sox next week if the Angels continue to use a six-man rotation.
Jun 14 2022Syndergaard (4-5) allowed a run on two hits and three walks with five strikeouts in 4.2 innings, taking the loss Tuesday versus the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was perfect the first time through the Dodgers' order, but three walks and a single in the fourth inning pinched in a run, and that was all it took for him to end with the loss. The 29-year-old made this start on extra rest after being pushed back in the rotation, but he still threw only 81 pitches (52 strikes) in a somewhat inefficient outing. He owns a 3.53 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 35:13 K:BB across 51 innings in 10 starts this season. Syndergaard has allowed one run in four of his last six games, so he'll have to hope for better run support in his next start, currently projected for this weekend in Seattle.
Jun 9 2022Syndergaard won't start during the Angels' weekend series against the Mets, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard tentatively lined up to take the mound against his former team Sunday, but the Angels have chosen to start Michael Lorenzen on Saturday followed by Patrick Sandoval on Sunday. Interim manager Phil Nevin said that the team wanted to give Syndergaard some extra rest, so the 29-year-old is slated to start Tuesday against the Dodgers.
Jun 7 2022Syndergaard (4-4) took the loss against Boston on Monday, allowing one run on five hits and one walk while striking out three over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was a nice bounce-back performance for the right-hander after he allowed five runs in just 2.1 innings against the Yankees in his previous start. However, Syndergaard was outdueled by Red Sox starter Michael Wacha, who tossed his first complete-game shutout in five years. Syndergaard has alternated good and bad starts of late, allowing a single earned run in three of his past five outings but surrendering a total of nine earned runs across three combined frames in the other two appearances. He'll carry a season 3.69 ERA into his next start, which is lined up to come at home against the Mets this weekend.
May 31 2022Syndergaard (4-3) got the loss Tuesday after he gave up five runs on seven hits and a walk over 2.1 innings against the Yankees on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard gave up four runs in the first frame including a two-run homer by Matt Carpenter before D.J. LeMahieu ripped an RBI double in the second. He failed to strike out a batter in the contest and it was the second time in his last three outings where he gave up four or more runs. Over his last three starts, Syndergaard has allowed 10 runs over 11 innings, raising his ERA from 2.45 to 4.02 on the season. He tentatively lines up to toe the rubber again Monday versus the Red Sox.
May 24 2022Syndergaard (4-2) earned the win Tuesday after he pitched eight innings of one-run ball, allowing four hits while striking out five versus the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After surrendering six runs (four earned) while only registering two outs in his last start versus the Rangers last Monday, Syndergaard flipped the script Tuesday. He pitched seven scoreless to open the outing, giving up his only run on a solo homer by Jonah Heim in the eighth frame. In what could be considered a redemption start for the 29-year-old, he tossed a season-high eight innings, while producing his third quality start of the season. It was the second time this year that he didn't walk a batter and his season-long stats now sit at a 3.08 ERA and 1.08 WHIP with 27 strikeouts over 38 frames in seven starts.
May 16 2022Syndergaard (3-2) allowed six runs (four earned) on four hits and two walks while taking a loss against the Rangers on Monday. He recorded two outs, including one strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard took the mound with a 3-0 lead but he couldn't escape the first inning and ended up taking an ugly loss. He allowed just one extra-base hit, an RBI double by Adolis Garcia. His ERA jumped from 2.45 to 3.60 alongside a 22:8 K:BB through 30 innings on the year. Syndergaard will look for better results in his projected rematch with the Rangers at home next week.
May 10 2022Syndergaard (3-1) picked up the win Monday, allowing one run on seven hits and a walk over 5.1 innings in an 11-3 victory over the Rays. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Aside from a solo shot by Randy Arozarena in the fourth inning, Syndergaard was able to stifle the Tampa Bay offense long enough for the Los Angeles offense to get rolling. The seven strikeouts were a season high for the right-hander, and while he hasn't yet shown the dominance he flashed as a Met prior to Tommy John surgery, he's otherwise making a remarkable comeback with a 2.45 ERA and 1.06 WHIP through his first 29.1 innings as an Angel.
May 3 2022Syndergaard (2-1) picked up the loss Tuesday after pitching seven innings, surrendering three runs on eight hits and a walk while striking out three against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being scratched from his last start Friday while dealing with an illness, Syndergaard returned to the mound Tuesday and posted his second quality start of the 2022 campaign. The right-hander gave up two runs in the fourth inning including a solo home run by Rafael Devers before later surrendering a third run on a Trevor Story sacrifice fly in the seventh frame. He has now allowed three or less runs in all four of his starts this year. Syndergaard owns a 2.63 ERA and 0.96 WHIP with 14 punchouts over 24 innings in his first season with the Angels.
May 1 2022Syndergaard (illness) will start Tuesday's game against the Red Sox, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was scratched from Friday's scheduled start against the White Sox due to a non-COVID-19-related illness and ultimately went unused over the weekend. He was cleared to rejoin the Angels on Saturday, and after completing a bullpen session Sunday, he'll be ready to make his first start since April 23. The right-hander was effective in his first three starts with the Angels, posting a 2.12 ERA and 0.82 WHIP in 17 innings.
Apr 30 2022Syndergaard (illness) returned to the Angels' clubhouse Saturday after being scratched from Friday's start against the White Sox, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard's illness wasn't believed to be related to COVID-19, and his quick return to the clubhouse supports that optimism. Manager Joe Maddon said Friday that the right-hander could pitch later in the team's series against the White Sox, but it's not yet clear when that might occur. Left-hander Jose Suarez is slated to start Saturday's game.
Apr 24 2022Syndergaard didn't factor into the decision during Saturday's 5-4 loss to Baltimore, allowing two runs on three hits and two walks with six strikeouts in 5.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard settled down after permitting two runs and three stolen bases in the first inning to keep Baltimore's offense quiet and departed in the fifth with the game knotted at 2-2. The most encouraging development for the 29-year-old is the six strikeouts -- one more than his total from his first two starts combined. He'll look to build on that momentum in his next start, currently set for Friday against the White Sox.
Apr 16 2022Syndergaard (2-0) earned the win over Texas on Saturday, pitching six innings during which he allowed two runs on five hits and no walks while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard gave up his first runs of the campaign in the contest, but in some ways he was better than in his previous start. After walking two and striking out only one in his season debut, the veteran right-hander didn't issue any free passes and fanned four batters Saturday. Syndergaard has picked up a win in each of his first two starts and boasts a tidy 1.59 ERA thus far. His next start is lined up to be a promising matchup at home against the Orioles next weekend.
Apr 4 2022Syndergaard pitched five innings in an exhibition game against the Dodgers on Sunday, allowing one run on two hits and one walk while striking out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard yielded a second-inning run but held the Dodgers scoreless in each of his other four frames. This was his longest outing of the spring, and his fastball averaged around 95 mph, per Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com. Over 8.2 spring innings, the right-hander posted a 1.04 ERA, 0.58 WHIP and 11:2 K:BB. His injury history certainly provides reason for concern, but Syndergaard could be a fantasy steal at his current ADP if he's able to stay healthy throughout the campaign.
Mar 29 2022The Angels aren't planning to have Syndergaard on a specific innings limit this season, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard has pitched only two major-league regular-season innings since 2019, so there would be some logic in managing his workload. However, the organization appears comfortable with letting the right-hander enter the season without a set-in-stone innings target, which qualifies as good news for his fantasy managers. Of course, the Angels already soften their starting pitchers' workloads by employing a six-man rotation, so Syndergaard will have more rest days than he was accustomed to during his time with the Mets.
Mar 28 2022Syndergaard tossed 3.2 innings in a Cactus League win over Oakland on Monday, allowing an unearned run on one hit and one walk while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first Cactus League appearance in an Angels uniform, Syndergaard breezed through the Athletics' lineup, allowing only an unearned first-inning run. He notched three of his final five outs via punchout before being pulled following a fourth-inning walk. Syndergaard has thrown only two major-league regular-season innings since 2019, but he could be a steal for the Angels -- and for fantasy managers -- this season if he's able to come anywhere close to the form he displayed early in his career with the Mets.
Mar 21 2022Syndergaard will make his first appearance of spring in a minor-league contest Tuesday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard recently stated that he has been able to throw without restrictions in bullpen sessions, but the Angels prefer to have him begin with a game against minor-leaguers so that they are better able to control his outing. The caution is reasonable considering that the right-hander is coming off a season during which he pitched only two major-league innings after recovering from Tommy John surgery. Syndergaard signed with the Angels on a one-year, $21 million contract last November.
Mar 19 2022Syndergaard tossed a bullpen session Thursday and indicated that he's been able to throw all his pitches without worrying about his surgically repaired right elbow, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard underwent Tommy John surgery in March of 2020 and didn't make it back to the big leagues until late September of last season. He ended up pitching only two innings for the Mets, but that was enough for the Angels to take a gamble on his arm and sign him to a $21 million contract in the offseason. Indications are that the right-hander is feeling strong out of the gate this spring, as he stated that he has been able to throw with "conviction" in live batting practice. Syndergaard has plenty of upside given the body of work he has posted in the past, but fantasy managers should be aware that pitchers coming off Tommy John surgery have historically experienced mixed results.
Nov 16 2021Syndergaard signed a one-year, $21 million contract with the Angels on Tuesday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard turned down the Mets' one-year, $18.4 million qualifying offer and will wind up making slightly more than that on the opposite coast. The 29-year-old comes with tons of upside thanks to his 3.32 career ERA, but he's missed almost two full seasons due to Tommy John surgery, returning late last season to throw just a pair of innings. Additionally, his latest full season back in 2019 was the worst of his career, as his 4.28 ERA that year was more than a run worse than what he'd produced in any of his four previous campaigns, so it's not entirely clear what the Angels can count on from him in 2022.
Nov 6 2021The Mets extended a qualifying offer to Syndergaard on Saturday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News, Syndergaard said in September that he would be extremely grateful to receive the qualifying offer and was confident he'd stay in Queens. If Syndergaard is getting strong multi-year offers from other teams, he'll likely decline the one-year, $18.4 million qualifying offer and let all 30 teams compete for his services.
Oct 4 2021Syndergaard (0-1) took the loss in the season finale Sunday against Atlanta after allowing two runs on three hits across one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard allowed a solo shot to Jorge Soler and an RBI single to Austin Riley before departing the game in an outing where he didn't record a single strikeout and where he needed 16 pitches (nine strikes) to record the first three outs. It's obviously not the outcome he would've liked, but Syndergaard's biggest goal was to pitch in a live game before the season ended with an eye toward being fully healthy for next year's spring training. Syndergaard made two appearances this season and posted a 9.00 ERA, tossing one inning in each one of those games.
Oct 1 2021Mets manager Luis Rojas said Syndergaard will serve as the team's opening pitcher in Sunday's season finale in Atlanta, Anthony Rieber of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As he did Tuesday against the Marlins in his 2021 Mets debut, Syndergaard is expected to be limited to one inning in the opener role. Rojas hasn't revealed which bulk reliever they will deploy behind Syndergaard, or if the Mets will treat the season finale as a bullpen day. Sunday's outing could be Syndergaard's last with New York, as he's set to become an unrestricted free agent this winter.
Sep 29 2021Syndergaard (elbow) struck out two over a perfect inning in his start Tuesday in the Mets' 2-1 win over the Marlins in the second game of a doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first appearance for the Mets since September 2019 following a lengthy recovery from Tommy John surgery, Syndergaard was capped at 10 pitches after he didn't have sufficient time to build up for a traditional starting role during his minor-league rehab assignment. Syndergaard at least looked sharp in his brief stint on the mound, pumping in nine pitches for strikes and touching 96 miles per hour with his fastball. The Mets could have Syndergaard make another cameo in Sunday's season finale in Atlanta before he becomes an unrestricted free agent this winter.
Sep 28 2021Syndergaard isn't expected to throw more than one inning in his return to action Tuesday against the Marlins, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard will at least get to pitch a small amount this year after missing almost two full seasons due to Tommy John surgery, but he isn't built up enough for a proper start. He'll essentially be little more than an opener Tuesday, and if he starts again Sunday against Atlanta, he's likely to have his workload limited in a similar way.
Sep 25 2021Syndergaard (elbow) gave up one hit while striking out two in one inning Saturday for Triple-A Syracuse. He could be activated Tuesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The plan with Syndergaard is for him to return this season as a reliever. He threw 12 pitches (10 strikes) en route to the scoreless inning.
Sep 24 2021Syndergaard (elbow) will make his second rehab appearance Saturday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard tossed a scoreless inning during his first rehab appearance Wednesday, and he'll be in the mix to rejoin the Mets following Saturday's outing. The right-hander could be activated as soon as Tuesday, and he'll take on a bullpen role once he's cleared to return.
Sep 21 2021Syndergaard (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard began a rehab assignment in late August but was shut down after he tested positive for COVID-19. He's resumed facing hitters during the last week and will now resume his rehab assignment in Syracuse. The right-hander is slated to take on a bullpen role once he rejoins the major-league club but is expected to require at least two rehab appearances before he's reinstated from the injured list, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports.
Sep 18 2021Syndergaard (elbow) will throw another live batting practice session Sunday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard threw 15-to-20 pitches in a live batting practice session Wednesday. However, it was reported that he was purposefully not throwing at his full velocity, with that potentially being the next step Syndergaard will take Sunday. Assuming things go well, he could restart a rehab assignment, though the Mets have not made any plans official to this point.
Sep 15 2021Mets manager Luis Rojas said Wednesday that Syndergaard (elbow) will throw another live batting practice session in the coming days before the team determines his next step, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While squaring off Wednesday against rehabbing outfielder Brandon Nimmo (hamstring), Syndergaard threw approximately 15-to-20 pitches in a live BP session, with his fastball velocity sitting in the low-to-mid-90s during the session. Rojas indicated that Syndergaard was deliberately not throwing at 100 percent velocity, so the right-hander will presumably ramp up the intensity in his next throwing session as he looks to prove that he's moved past the bout of elbow inflammation that resulted in him being shut down in late May. Assuming he experiences no further setbacks during his throwing program, Syndergaard could make it back from the 60-day injured list during the final two weeks of the season in a relief role.
Sep 14 2021Syndergaard (elbow) will face hitters Wednesday, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard threw his most recent bullpen session Monday and apparently felt good afterward since he's now slated to face hitters for the first time since he tested positive for COVID-19. The right-hander will likely return as a reliever to close out the 2021 campaign, so he's presumably close to rejoining to the major-league club.
Sep 13 2021Syndergaard (elbow) threw off a mound Monday and is expected to face hitters in the coming days, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard's recovery from Tommy John surgery was slowed in late August when he tested positive for COVID-19, but he's resumed throwing bullpens recently. The right-hander will take another step in his recovery when he faces hitters this week, and he'll likely have a better return timetable based on how he feels afterward.
Sep 10 2021Syndergaard (elbow) has already thrown one bullpen session since his COVID-19 quarantine ended and will throw another Friday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard has spent the season working his way back from Tommy John surgery. He was originally expected to return sometime in midseason but suffered a setback with his elbow in a rehab start in late May. The plan for some time has been that he'll return as a reliever last in the season, and he still appears to have time to do so even after the COVID setback.
Sep 8 2021Syndergaard (illness, elbow) resumed playing catch Tuesday, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard tested positive for COVID-19 at the end of August, but he's since cleared all health and safety protocols and was cleared to resume activities Tuesday. The 29-year-old will now resume turning his focus to building up again as he looks to make his way back from March 2020 Tommy John surgery. He's expected to throw off the slope of the mound soon, and a late-season return to the New York bullpen hasn't yet been ruled out.
Aug 29 2021Syndergaard (elbow) tested positive for COVID-19 and won't make his scheduled rehab appearance with High-A Brooklyn on Sunday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was poised to make his second rehab outing and cover one-plus innings, but his rehab program will instead be stalled following the positive test. The right-hander, who also turns 29 years old Sunday, likely won't be able to return from the injured list until at least mid-September since he'll still need more appearances after clearing the health and safety protocols. According to Jon Heyman of MLB Network, Syndergaard is fully vaccinated, which will hopefully help mitigate the effects of any symptoms he might be experiencing.
Aug 27 2021Syndergaard (elbow) is scheduled to throw one-plus innings with High-A Brooklyn on Sunday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard made his first rehab appearances with Brooklyn on Thursday and threw 16 pitches over an inning of work, and he's slated for a slightly heavier workload his second time out. Keep in mind that Syndergaard is throwing just fastballs and changeups, as he has been instructed to scrap his curveball and slider, the latter of which caused his May setback. The right-hander isn't building up as a starter as he returns from Tommy John surgery, which should allow him to return as a bullpen piece for the Mets down the stretch.
Aug 26 2021Syndergaard threw one inning in his first rehab appearance with High-A Brooklyn on Thursday, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard began rehab assignment Thursday after ramping up with a few live batting practice sessions earlier in the month. He managed to throw 16 pitches, 12 of which went for strikes. Syndergaard also allowed a leadoff home run, but overall the appearance seemed to be a success. He'll likely make at least a few more outings during the rehab stint before being activated, and it still appears as though the Mets plan to bring him back as a a reliever for the closing stretch of 2021.
Aug 25 2021Syndergaard (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment at High-A Brooklyn on Thursday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets expected Syndergaard to begin a rehab assignment this week, and he now has a date scheduled for his first outing. While the right-hander will likely make some appearances in the higher levels of the minors before he rejoins the major-league club, he shouldn't need much time to build up his pitch count since he's slated to pitch out of the Mets' bullpen once he returns from the injured list.
Aug 22 2021Syndergaard (elbow) is expected to begin a rehab assignment this week, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard threw a pair of live batting practice sessions recently, and he'll take another step by returning to game action this week. The Mets haven't yet announced where the right-hander will begin his rehab assignment or when he'll make his first appearance, but he should shouldn't require much time to build up his workload since he's expected to serve as a reliever once he's activated.
Aug 20 2021Syndergaard (elbow) is scheduled to throw live batting practice Saturday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander progressed to facing hitters Tuesday and will throw live batting practice again this weekend. Assuming all goes well, Syndergaard could begin a rehab assignment in the near future, and his return from the injured list could happen soon afterward, as he's expected to work as a reliever down the stretch for the Mets.
Aug 17 2021Syndergaard (elbow) is scheduled to face hitters in a live batting practice session Tuesday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard resumed mound work in late July, and his progression to facing hitters marks yet another important milestone in his return from Tommy John surgery. The Mets have already suggested that Syndergaard is likely to serve as a reliever once he's activated, and if that is indeed the case, the right-hander shouldn't need too long to ramp up once he begins a minor-league rehab assignment. That being said, Syndergaard still figures to be a week or two away from starting a rehab stint, so he's unlikely to join New York's active roster until September.
Aug 10 2021GM Zack Scott said Tuesday "it would be a good thing" for the Mets to get Syndergaard (elbow) "back in September in a role where he can help the club in relief," Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Scott indicated in late July a relief role could be on tap for Syndergaard as he makes his return from Tommy John surgery, and the general manager strengthened that stance Tuesday. The right-hander has recently been throwing bullpen sessions, and returning as a reliever would shorten his rehab program compared to the buildup necessary for a starting role.
Jul 27 2021Syndergaard (elbow) threw a bullpen session Tuesday, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It marked the first time throwing off a mound since the right-hander suffered a setback in his recovery from Tommy John surgery in late May. While resuming mound work is a huge step for Syndergaard, he still figures to be multiple weeks away from beginning a rehab assignment, which means he's unlikely to rejoin the major-league roster until early September. Given those time constraints, the Mets have already alluded to the possibility of the 28-year-old serving in a relief role when he returns.
Jul 26 2021Mets acting general manager Zack Scott said Monday that he's leaving the door open for Syndergaard (elbow) to return from the 60-day injured list as a reliever in the final month of the season, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Scott emphasized a decision hasn't been made regarding what Syndergaard's role will look like once activated, the 28-year-old doesn't appear to realistically have enough time to build up for a starter's workload as he makes his way back from Tommy John surgery. Syndergaard had been preparing to reclaim a spot in New York's rotation when he began a minor-league rehab assignment in mid-May, but he was shut down after two starts when he developed inflammation in his surgically repaired elbow. Syndergaard resumed playing catch earlier this month, but he likely won't get back on a mound until early August, and it could take about a month from that point before he's cleared to head back out on a rehab assignment. Fantasy managers can probably find a higher-upside injury returnee than Syndergaard on the waiver wire to stash in an open roster spot.
Jul 3 2021Syndergaard (elbow) has been playing catch off flat ground recently, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard initially faced a six-week shutdown starting in late May, but he was able to pick up a ball sooner than expected and has been throwing for about a week. He was able to play catch from around 75 feet at Yankee Stadium on Saturday. The right-hander could resume mound work in the coming weeks, and manager Luis Rojas said Saturday that the team is still targeting a return around Sept. 1.
May 27 2021Syndergaard won't throw for six weeks due to right elbow inflammation but has avoided structural damage to his UCL, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard left his second rehab start after just a single inning with what was originally called right elbow soreness. While he's avoided the worst-case scenario in his return from Tommy John surgery as his ligament is still intact, he now won't throw again until after the All-Star break. He'll still have a considerable portion of his build-up process left to go at that point, so there's a real chance he won't throw a major-league pitch this season.
May 25 2021Syndergaard (elbow) was removed from Tuesday's rehab start with Low-A St. Lucie for precautionary reasons due to right elbow soreness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander lasted only one inning before being lifted and appeared to show decreased fastball velocity as he worked through the frame. The exit is considered precautionary, but that does little to quell concerns with Syndergaard on his way back from Tommy John surgery in March 2020. According to Jon Heyman of MLB Network, the Mets aren't overly concerned by the development, though 28-year-old will undergo a precautionary MRI as he's evaluated.
May 23 2021Syndergaard (elbow) will continue his rehab assignment with Triple-A Syracuse this week, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 28-year-old made his first rehab outing with Low-A St. Lucie on Wednesday and gave up one hits and no walks while recording five strikeouts over four scoreless innings. Syndergaard is about 14 months removed from last year's Tommy John surgery, and the Mets expected him to join the team sometime during mid-June, providing a few more rehab starts in the minors.
May 19 2021Syndergaard (elbow) allowed one hit and no walks while striking out five in four innings during a rehab start for Low-A St. Lucie on Wednesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was making his first appearance in a game since he underwent Tommy John surgery in March 2020, and he threw 44 pitches in his start while showing a fastball that hovered around 93 to 95 miles per hour. Syndergaard is expected to remain with Low-A St. Lucie until the end of May, but the right-hander should ramp up his workload in the coming weeks and could be on track to return to the major-league roster in mid-June.
May 17 2021Syndergaard (elbow) will make his first rehab appearance with Low-A St. Lucie on Wednesday, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard has been recovering from Tommy John surgery that he underwent in March of 2020, and the start of his rehab assignment marks a big step in his recovery. The right-hander will likely require several rehab appearances to build back up to a full workload, but he remains on track to return to the major-league roster in mid-June. The team also revealed that Syndergaard will remain at Low-A until the end of May, per Mike Puma of the New York Post.
May 8 2021Syndergaard (elbow) is expected to begin a rehab assignment in approximately one week, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard continues making steady progress in his return from Tommy John surgery, a procedure he underwent back in March of last year. He remains on track to return to the big-league roster in mid-June.
Apr 24 2021Syndergaard topped out at 97 mph with his fastball and threw all his pitches during an intrasquad game Saturday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It looks like the right-hander has all but completed his recovery from Tommy John surgery in March 2020. As Syndergaard began the season on the 60-day IL he won't be eligible to join the Mets rotation until the end of May, giving him plenty of time to get fully stretched out, although the club has previously indicated it's targeting a mid-June return for Thor.
Apr 10 2021Syndergaard (elbow) will throw a live batting practice session Saturday, Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard hit 96 mph during a bullpen session in mid-March, and he continues to progress in his throwing program while working his way back from Tommy John surgery. The right-hander is on the 60-day injured list and won't be able to return to game action until late May at the earliest, but his progress has been encouraging so far.
Mar 18 2021Syndergaard (elbow) hit 96 mph in a bullpen session Thursday, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Not many people can throw 96 mph while not at 100 percent. Syndergaard still isn't at that point, as he's just a year out from Tommy John surgery, but the signs appear encouraging. His fastball averaged 97.7 mph in 2019, but he has time to get back to that point by the time he's ready to pitch in games. He landed on the 60-day injured list in late February, meaning his season debut won't come before late May at the earliest.
Feb 28 2021Mets manager Luis Rojas said that Syndergaard (elbow) was cleared to throw sliders during his bullpen session Saturday, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard had previously been limited to throwing fastballs in his side sessions, but his ability to incorporate breaking pitches into those workouts represents another small step forward in his recovery process from Tommy John surgery. The right-hander still won't be eligible to make his 2021 debut any sooner than early June after being placed on the 60-day injured list earlier in camp.
Feb 20 2021Syndergaard (elbow) was placed on the 60-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move means Syndergaard won't be returning to a big-league mound until the start of June at the earliest, though that was always the expectation as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery, a procedure he underwent last March. He'll vacate his spot on the 40-man roster, clearing space for new signing Taijuan Walker.
Feb 17 2021Syndergaard (elbow) looked good while throwing a bullpen session Wednesday, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard was sidelined for the entire 2020 campaign after undergoing Tommy John surgery in March. He's been progressing well in rehab, and manager Luis Rojas said the right-hander remains on track to return around June following his successful bullpen session on the first day of spring training.
Dec 22 2020Syndergaard (elbow) agreed to a one-year, $9.7 million contract with the Mets on Tuesday, avoiding arbitration, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The dollar amount is the same Syndergaard was scheduled to make in 2020 before salaries were slashed due to the shortened schedule. It's no surprise to see him fail to earn a raise, as he missed the entirety of the campaign after undergoing Tommy John surgery in March. The righty is reportedly progressing well in his recovery, though a typical return timeline would keep him on the shelf until at least late in the first half of the upcoming season.
Dec 16 2020Manager Luis Rojas said Wednesday that Syndergaard (elbow) is "on schedule or maybe a little bit ahead of schedule" in his recovery process, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard began mound work in November after undergoing Tommy John surgery in late March. He's received positive reports regarding his recovery process so far, although Rojas said that it'd be a bit of a long shot for him to be ready by Opening Day. However, he said that the right-hander could potentially return to action sometime during the first half of the 2021 season.
Nov 12 2020Syndergaard (elbow) recently threw off a mound, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard underwent Tommy John surgery in late March, and he appears to be progressing smoothly in his recovery. He posted a video of himself on Twitter on Thursday throwing off a mound, although it's unclear when the video was taken or when he started mound work. An official timetable for the right-hander's return isn't yet known.
Jun 28 2020Syndergaard (elbow) was placed on the 45-day injured list Sunday, Andersen Pickard of MLBDailyDish.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Thor underwent Tommy John surgery in late March, but until now he remained on the 40-man roster given the shutdown and transaction freeze. Syndergaard will clearly miss the 2020 season, and he'll likely be unavailable for the start of next season as well. Offseason signees Rick Porcello and Michael Wacha are set to round out the starting rotation for the Mets.
Mar 27 2020Syndergaard underwent successful Tommy John surgery Thursday to repair a torn UCL in his right elbow, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: News of the impending procedure was reported earlier this week, and the right-hander will miss all of the 2020 season and at least part of the 2021 season while facing a 12-to-14 month recovery. Syndergaard apparently had the issue crop up prior to the suspension of spring training, though it didn't show in his numbers with an 11:0 K:BB over eight innings. Rick Porcello and Michael Wacha are in line to round out the starting rotation once play resumes for the Mets.
Mar 24 2020Syndergaard was diagnosed with a torn UCL in his right elbow and will undergo Tommy John surgery Thursday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard reportedly experienced some soreness in spring training, though it didn't show up in his numbers, as he pitched quite well in Grapefruit League action, posting an 11:0 K:BB in eight innings of work. He'll now miss the entirety of the 2020 season and a fair portion of the 2021 campaign as well. The injury presumably means that both Rick Porcello and Michael Wacha will win rotation spots for the Mets once the season eventually opens.
Mar 9 2020Syndergaard gave up one run on two hits while striking out four over three innings in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander continues to put together a very impressive spring. Syndergaard now has a 3.38 ERA, 0.63 WHIP and 11:0 K:BB through eight innings, and he appears healthy and ready to rebound from the career-worst 4.28 ERA he posted in 2019.
Feb 27 2020Syndergaard needed only 18 pitches (14 strikes) to breeze through two innings against the Astros on Wednesday, and his fastball was topping out at 99 mph, Kevin Kernan of The New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander has made an effort in the early part of spring to improve his flexibility and smooth out his mechanics, and so far the program appears to be working. "I'm trying to lead with my hips to get some leverage and momentum down the mound," Syndergaard said of the drills he's been doing with new pitching coaches Jeremy Hefner and Jeremy Accardo. "There are different ways to attack it.'' Thor was also pleased with the velocity and action on his slider during Wednesday's outing. Syndergaard's numbers took a step backward last season, although he did throw a career-high 197.2 innings, and if he can combine his 2019 workload with his 2016 ratios (2.60 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, 10.7 K/9, 5.1 K/BB) he could put himself in the running for a Cy Young.
Jan 10 2020Syndergaard agreed to a one-year, $9.7 million contract with the Mets on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is Syndergaard's third of four years as an arbitration-eligible player. He gets a nice bump up from the $6 million he settled for last offseason.
Sep 29 2019Syndergaard allowed three runs on five hits and two walks over seven innings Sunday, striking out nine in the win over Atlanta. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard allowed a run in the first inning before coughing up a two-run shot to Rafael Ortega in the fourth. With the solid season finale, the 27-year-old crossed the 200-strikeout mark for the first time since 2016. However, his 4.28 was the highest of his career.
Sep 24 2019Syndergaard gave up four runs on 10 hits and zero walks while striking out seven in five innings Tuesday against the Marlins. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He has not closed the season in encouraging fashion. This was his fourth straight start surrendering exactly four runs while failing to log six innings. If the Mets keep everyone on turn, Syndergaard will start Sunday against the Braves on the final day of the season.
Sep 18 2019Syndergaard allowed four runs on 10 hits with two walks and six strikeouts across 5.2 innings during a no-decision against the Rockies on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The good news is Syndergaard somewhat limited the damage considering he allowed 12 baserunners, but this was also the third straight start where he yielded four runs. After working hard to overcome a terrible outing on Aug. 28, Syndergaard's ERA is back to almost four and a quarter, and he's barely averaging a strikeout per inning. Overall, he is 10-8 with a 4.22 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 186 strikeouts in 185.2 innings this season. Syndergaard will make his next start Tuesday at home against the Marlins.
Sep 13 2019Syndergaard (10-8) took the loss Friday night against the Dodgers after giving up four runs on five hits and two walks while striking out four over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard cruised through three scoreless innings to begin his night, but he surrendered four runs in the fourth inning and would exit with a 4-1 deficit. The 27-year-old right-hander is 2-2 over his last five starts, and he sits with a 4.15 ERA and 1.19 WHIP with 180 strikeouts over 180 innings this year.
Sep 8 2019Syndergaard gave up four runs on six hits and one walk while striking out five through five innings in a no-decision against the Phillies on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Syndergaard delivered three scoreless innings before allowing runs in each of his final three frames. Syndergaard was pulled after only 78 pitches, giving him only the second start in his last 10 where he didn't pitch at least six innings. The right-hander has a 4.06 ERA with 176 strikeouts through 28 starts this season. Syndergaard is scheduled to make his next start Friday against the Dodgers at Citi Field.
Sep 2 2019Syndergaard (10-7) picked up the win in Monday's 7-3 victory over the Nationals, giving up three hits over seven scoreless innings while striking out 10.
Aug 28 2019Syndergaard (9-7) allowed 10 runs (nine earned) on nine hits and a walk while striking out five in three innings to take the loss Wednesday against the Cubs.
Aug 22 2019Syndergaard (2-0) allowed two hits and no walks while striking out five across six shutout innings to earn the win Thursday against the Indians.
Aug 16 2019Syndergaard (8-6) took the loss Friday as the Mets were downed 4-1 by the Royals, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks over six innings while striking out
Aug 10 2019Syndergaard didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Nationals, allowing two runs on seven hits and two walks over seven innings while striking
Aug 4 2019Syndergaard (8-5) gave up one run on three hits and one walk while striking out three through seven innings to take the win over the Pirates on Sunday.
Jul 31 2019The Mets have pulled Syndergaard's name out of trade discussions prior to Wednesday's deadline and plan to retain him for the rest of the season, Joel Sherman of the
Jul 30 2019Syndergaard is in line to start Tuesday's game against the White Sox, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.
Jul 24 2019Syndergaard (7-5) gave up four runs (three earned) on eight hits and five walks while striking out eight through seven innings to take the loss against the Padres on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 23 2019Syndergaard hasn't allowed a hit on any of the 47 sliders he's thrown over his last two starts, generating 16 swinging strikes (34.0 percent) with the pitch, Tim Britton of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 19 2019Syndergaard held the Giants to one run on six hits and a walk while striking out eight over seven innings Thursday but did not factor into the decision.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 19 2019Syndergaard held the Giants to one run on six hits and a walk while striking out eight over seven innings on Thursday but did not factor into the decision.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 13 2019Syndergaard (7-4) struck out nine while allowing two runs on five hits and no walks across seven innings to earn a victory against the Marlins on Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 7 2019Syndergaard (6-4) picked up the win Saturday, giving up four runs on seven hits and three walks over five innings while striking out three in a 6-5 victory over the Phillies.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Syndergaard (hamstring) was activated<\/a> off the 10-day injured list to start Sunday's game against the Braves.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Syndergaard did not factor into the decision against the Braves on Sunday, pitching 5.2 innings and allowing three runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out five.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Syndergaard (hamstring) was activated off the 10-day injured list<\/a> to start Sunday's game against the Braves.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 26 2019Syndergaard (hamstring) gave up three runs on five hits over five innings while striking out nine for Low-A Brooklyn on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 26 2019Syndergaard (hamstring) is scheduled to come off the injured list to start Sunday against the Braves, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 24 2019Syndergaard (hamstring) will begin a minor-league rehab assignment with short-season Brooklyn on Tuesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 22 2019Syndergaard (hamstring) will throw a bullpen session Saturday, Matt Ehalt of Yahoo Sports<\/a> reportsSubscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 22 2019Syndergaard (hamstring) felt \"great\" after a bullpen session Saturday according to manager Mickey Callaway, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 18 2019Syndergaard (hamstring) played catch and took part in agility drills before Monday's game, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com<\/a> reports. \"It's really encouraging just going out there and not really having any limitations, not feeling any pain,\" Syndergaard said, noting that he felt only a slight pull in his hamstring during his afternoon workout. \"So we're just taking things day-by-day.\"Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 17 2019Syndergaard's hamstring strain is a low-grade one, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 16 2019Syndergaard (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday, Tim Healey of Newsday<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Syndergaard was removed from Saturday's start against the Cardinals with a right hamstring strain, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Syndergaard exited Saturday's start versus the Cardinals with an apparent right hamstring injury, Tim Healey of Newsday<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 13 2019Syndergaard is feeling better after dealing with strep throat earlier in the week and will start Saturday's game against the Cardinals, Mike Puma of the New York Post<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 11 2019Syndergaard was sent home Tuesday due to strep throat, but he's expected to make his scheduled start Saturday against the Cardinals, Tim Healey of Newsday<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 11 2019Syndergaard was sent home Tuesday due to an illness, but he's expected to make his scheduled start Saturday against the Cardinals, Tim Healey of Newsday<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 9 2019Syndergaard (4-4) gave up no runs on one hit and two walks while striking out seven through seven innings to get the win over the Rockies on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 9 2019Syndergaard (4-4) gave up no runs on one hit and two walks while striking out seven strikeouts through seven innings to get the win over the Rockies on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 4 2019Syndergaard did not factor in the decision Tuesday against the Giants after allowing three runs on five hits over 6.2 innings. He struck out four and walked three.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Syndergaard (3-4) took a no-decision Wednesday against the Dodgers after allowing three runs on seven hits and two walks while punching out five through six innings of work.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 24 2019Syndergaard allowed six runs on 10 hits and walk while striking out nine across 5.1 innings Friday night in a no-decision against the Tigers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 19 2019Syndergaard (3-4) tossed seven innings Sunday, yielding two runs on five hits and a walk while taking the loss in Miami. He struck out three batters.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Syndergaard (3-3) allowed two earned runs on four hits and a walk while striking out six across eight innings to earn the win Tuesday against the Nationals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 13 2019Syndergaard is scheduled to make his next start on the road Tuesday against the Nationals, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 12 2019Syndergaard won't make his scheduled start Sunday against the Marlins after the contest was postponed<\/a> due to inclement weather in New York.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 8 2019Syndergaard didn't factor into the decision in Tuesday's 7-6 win over the Padres, giving up five runs (four earned) on nine hits and a walk over six innings while striking out five.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 22 2018Syndergaard was placed on the 10-day disabled list Sunday with foot and mouth disease, Jon Heyman of FancredSports.com reports.The Mets will keep Syndergaard away from the team while he returns to health. He figures to be reinstated after the minimum, although he'll be forced to miss his next two slated starts, as he won't be eligible to return until August 1.
Jul 20 2018Syndergaard was lifted from Friday's start against the Yankees after his velocity dipped in his final inning of work, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. He tossed five innings, allowing one run on eight hits while striking out four as he exited the game in line for the victory.A trainer came out to evaluate Syndergaard during the fifth inning, but he managed to stay in the game and finish the frame. After being removed, the trainer was spotted examining Syndergaard's pitching hand in the dugout, Kristie Ackert of the New York Daily News reports. The extent of the injury is currently unknown, but more news figures to surface in the near future. Syndergaard has made just two appearances since missing time on the shelf with a strained ligament in his right index finger, so it's unclear if this is a related issue.
Jul 20 2018Syndergaard was lifted from Friday's start against the Yankees after his velocity dipped significantly in his final inning of work, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. He tossed five innings, allowing one run on eight hits while striking out four as he exited the game in line for the victory.A trainer came out to evaluate Syndergaard during the fifth inning, but he managed to stay in the game and finish the frame. After being removed, the trainer was spotted examining Syndergaard's pitching hand in the dugout, Kristie Ackert of the New York Daily News reports. The extent of the injury is currently unknown, but more news figures to surface in the near future. Syndergaard has made just two appearances since missing time on the shelf with a strained ligament in his right index finger, so it's unclear if this is a related issue.
Jul 20 2018Manager Mickey Callaway stated Syndergaard (hand) "ended up being fine" following Friday's outing against the Yankees, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard was removed after five innings after the Mets were concerned with a decrease in his velocity. After further evaluation, the lefty appears to be healthy, and he'll make his next scheduled start against the Padres on Wednesday.
Jul 13 2018Manager Mickey Callaway said Syndergaard will be limited to about 80-to-85 pitches against the Nationals on Friday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.This should not come as a surprise as Syndergaard is making his first start since May 25. During his lone rehab appearance, the right-hander lasted five innings, allowing just one run with short-season Brooklyn.
Jul 13 2018Syndergaard (finger) was reinstated from the disabled list ahead of his start versus Washington on Friday.As expected, Syndergaard will come off the shelf after spending the past seven weeks recovering from a strained ligament in his right index finger. Over 11 starts this year, he's logged a 3.06 ERA and 1.18 WHIP with a 76:13 K:BB across 64.2 innings. In a corresponding move, P.J. Conlon was optioned to the minors.
Jul 13 2018Syndergaard (5-1) allowed one run on seven hits and two walks while striking out three across five innings as he picked up the win Friday against the Nationals.Syndergaard gave up a run in the third inning on an RBI double by Wilmer Difo, but he looked strong otherwise in his first start since May 25 against Milwaukee. As expected, the Mets limited his pitch count, pulling him after five innings with 75 pitches. Syndergaard will head into the All-Star break with a 2.97 ERA and 1.22 WHIP with a 79:15 K:BB over 69.2 innings.
Jul 11 2018Syndergaard (finger) will start against the Nationals on Friday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.Syndergaard felt "great" following a bullpen session Wednesday, which was the final hurdle he had to clear before his return. The right-hander also appeared in a rehab outing with short-season Brooklyn on Sunday, allowing just one run on two hits and one walk while striking out seven across five innings.
Jul 10 2018Syndergaard (finger) will toss a bullpen session Wednesday and will be activated to start Friday against the Nationals if the session goes well, Matt Ehalt of The Bergen Record reports.Syndergaard has been out since late May after straining a ligament in his right index finger. He performed well in a rehab start Sunday, showcasing his typical velocity and throwing 71 pitches. The Mets are very much in the middle of a lost season and have little reason to rush Syndergaard, so he could end up being bumped back until after the All-Star break, but signs seem to point to him coming back Friday.
Jul 9 2018Syndergaard (finger) tossed five innings of one-run ball for short-season Brooklyn in his rehab start Sunday against Staten Island. He gave up two hits and a walk and struck out seven.It's hard to take away much from the results of a game in which Syndergaard mostly faced players with less than a year of professional experience, but the fact that he displayed his usual velocity -- his fastball topped out at 98 miles per hour -- and logged 71 pitches (46 strikes) hints that he could be ready to rejoin the Mets before the All-Star break. A decision on Syndergaard's next step likely won't be made until he completes a bullpen session in front of the team brass, but it looks like he could be an option for the Mets' weekend series with the Nationals. Prior to hitting the 10-day disabled list, Syndergaard posted a 3.06 ERA and 76 strikeouts over 64.2 innings.
Jul 4 2018Syndergaard (finger) will make a rehab start Sunday at short-season Brooklyn, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.The rehab assignment comes after Syndergaard completed a 50-pitch simulated game Tuesday with no apparent issues. It's not clear how many pitches or innings the Mets will ask Syndergaard to cover Sunday, but if he fares well during the outing, the team could clear him to return from the disabled list before the All-Star break. If that ends up being the case, Syndergaard would line up for a start at some point next weekend against the Nationals.
Jul 3 2018Syndergaard (finger) tossed a 50-pitch simulated game in Port St. Lucie on Tuesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard's next step will likely be a rehab assignment, which could potentially happen this weekend if his finger feels healthy Wednesday morning. If he's not cleared to head down to the minors -- or activated outright -- in the coming days, don't expect to see him back with the Mets until after the All-Star break.
Jul 1 2018Syndergaard (finger) is scheduled to throw a simulated game Tuesday in Port St. Lucie, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.This was the next step in the progression for Syndergaard, who completed a 30-pitch bullpen session on Tuesday. Should all go as planned, look for the team to announce a date for a regular rehab appearance prior to the All-Star break. They could always elect to activate him outright, though that appears unlikely due to the length of time he's spent on the shelf and the team having little incentive to rush him back.
Jun 26 2018Syndergaard (finger) completed a 30-pitch bullpen session Tuesday, Matt Ehalt of The Bergen Record reports.Syndergaard resumed throwing off a mound Sunday and is slated to throw live batting practice Friday, which should provide a better idea about his potential return. The 25-year-old will likely require a minor-league rehab assignment since he will have spent at least a full month on the disabled list.
Jun 24 2018Syndergaard (finger) threw off a mound Sunday, Matt Ehalt of The Bergen Record reports.Syndergaard continues to progress in his recovery from a strained ligament in his right index finger. He's now been out for a full month, so there's a good chance he needs a rehab assignment before returning to the action, though an exact timetable has yet to be determined.
Jun 20 2018Syndergaard (finger) threw from 120 feet with tape on his finger prior to Wednesday's game, Kristie Ackert of the NY Daily News reports.Syndergaard continues to gradually progress from a strained ligament in his right index finger after resuming a throwing program earlier this week. The right-hander played catch Monday and then threw from 75 feet Tuesday before progressing up to Wednesday's distance. He is expected to take Thursday off as a rest day before trying to throw without tape on his finger this weekend.
Jun 18 2018Mets manager Mickey Callaway said over the weekend that Syndergaard (finger) is "getting closer [to returning from the disabled list] and feeling better and better each day," Matt Ehalt of The Bergen Record reports.Syndergaard has been sidelined for more than three weeks with a strained ligament in his right index finger. While it sounds like he might be ready to initiate a throwing program at some point this week, the Mets likely won't have a definitive target date for his return until he resumes facing hitters. Given the length of his absence, it's possible that Syndergaard will require at least one rehab start in the minors before the Mets are comfortable activating him from the DL.
Jun 18 2018Syndergaard (finger) played catch Monday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Everything went off without a hitch, and Syndergaard is expected to increase his throwing distance to 75 feet Tuesday before being reevaluated. If Thor checks out OK following Tuesday's session, it sounds like he could progress through the rest of his throwing program relatively quickly from there. "I would venture to say it's not going to be a long, drawn-out process," manager Mickey Callaway said.
Jun 13 2018Syndergaard will rest for an unspecified amount of time before resuming a throwing program after a second opinion confirmed a strain ligament of his right index finger, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.Manager Mickey Callaway said that Syndergaard "will rest until he's symptom free" and that his finger is still "tender to the touch." Callaway confirmed that there is no timetable and that he will begin throwing once "all that subsides." That being said, it seems likely that the right-hander will be sidelined until the last week of the month, at the earliest, though a definitive target date should come into focus once he's tossing the ball around again.
Jun 12 2018Syndergaard is getting a second opinion on his finger Tuesday, Tim Britton of The Athletic New York reports.Syndergaard hit the disabled list in late May with a strained finger. He appeared to be nearing a return and was set to start Sunday against the Yankees, but was scratched after experienceing swelling and discomfort Friday. His updated return date should become more clear following the second opinion.
Jun 8 2018Syndergaard (finger) could return next weekend in Arizona in a best-case scenario, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.Syndergaard was lined up to return from the disabled list Sunday, but the Mets changed plans after the right-hander experienced swelling and discomfort following a throwing session. If he does not have any further issues with the finger in the coming days, Syndergaard could throw a simulated game toward the middle of next week in a bid to return for the Diamondbacks series, set for June 14-17. Seth Lugo will fill in for Syndergaard in the rotation for the time being.
Jun 8 2018Syndergaard (finger) experienced swelling and discomfort after playing catch and will not start Sunday against the Yankees, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Seth Lugo will start the finale of the Subway Series, and it's unclear when Syndergaard will be ready to slot back into the rotation. The Mets will need a fifth starter again on Saturday, June 16 in Arizona. Syndergaard threw off the slope of a mound last Sunday, which was his first activity since a May 25 start against the Brewers. Hopefully there will be more clarity about his timetable before weekly lineups lock next week.
Jun 3 2018Syndergaard (finger) is expected to return from the 10-day disabled list and make his next start with the Mets on June 10 against the Yankees, reports.Syndergaard tossed off the slope of a mound Sunday, marking his first throwing activity since he landed on the DL on May 29. With Syndergaard reporting no issues with his strained right index finger during the session, he'll take another step forward Tuesday by facing live hitters. If all goes well, Syndergaard would likely complete one more bullpen session before taking the hill for the final game of the Subway Series.
Jun 3 2018Syndergaard (finger) threw a light bullpen session Sunday, NY Daily News Sports reports.Sunday marked Syndergaard's first throwing session since being placed on the disabled list Tuesday with a strained ligament in his right index finger. He'll throw to batters on Tuesday and -- barring any setbacks -- will likely return to the mound next Sunday against the Yankees.
Jun 1 2018Syndergaard isn't expected to return until next weekend's series against the Yankees, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.He is not going to be ready to come off the disabled list Tuesday, when first eligible, and if he pitched Wednesday, he would be unable to pitch in the Subway Series, which is apparently a factor in the decision making. This makes it sound as though Syndergaard will return Friday, June 8 at home against the Yankees.
May 31 2018Syndergaard (finger) said Thursday he expects to miss one or two starts, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard hit the disabled list Tuesday -- although the move was retroactive to Saturday -- with a strained ligament in his right index finger, and believed he could spend the minimum 10 days on the DL. The 25-year-old missed his scheduled start Wednesday, and one or two more missed starts would likely give him a return around the second week of June.
May 29 2018Syndergaard (finger) could return from the 10-day disabled list when first eligible, James Wagner of The New York Times reports.Syndergaard landed on the disabled list Tuesday with a strained ligament in his right index finger, but his stay on the shelf could be an abbreviated one. It sounds like the 25-year-old could have continued to pitch through the issue, however the Mets opted to play it safe with their ace and give him some time to rest and recover. Syndergaard is expected to wear a splint for a few days before attempting to throw a bullpen session over the weekend; if all goes well during the bullpen, he could rejoin the rotation against the Orioles on June 5, the first day he's eligible to return.
May 29 2018Syndergaard was placed on the 10-day disabled list Tuesday with a strained ligament in his right index finger.This comes as a bit of a surprise, as the Mets' ace reported no issues following his quality outing against the Brewers on Friday. Syndergaard was apparently feeling some soreness in his finger following his between-starts bullpen session, however, and a subsequent MRI confirmed the injury to be serious enough to warrant a stay on the shelf. The move is retroactive to May 26, so the 25-year-old will be eligible to return June 5 should he prove ready. It's unclear who will take Syndergaard's turn in the rotation at this point.
May 25 2018Syndergaard didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 4-3 extra-inning loss to the Brewers, allowing three runs on six hits over six innings while striking out eight.The right-hander threw 50 of 78 pitches for strikes and generated 15 swinging strikes before being lifted for a pinch-hitter in the seventh inning, and Syndergaard as actually in line for the loss before the Mets bailed him out in the top of the ninth. He'll take a 3.06 ERA and dominant 76:13 K:BB in 64.2 innings into his next outing Wednesday in Atlanta.
May 20 2018Syndergaard (4-1) allowed one run on six hits and one walk while striking out seven across seven innings Sunday as he picked up the win against the Diamondbacks.Syndergaard continued his dominance on the hill in Sunday's outing, as he recorded a quality start and fanned seven batters in as many innings. After allowing a run in the second, he was essentially lights out until being lifted after seven strong innings. In 10 starts this season, he's accrued a 2.91 ERA and 1.19 WHIP to go along with 68 strikeouts over 58.2 innings. The 25-year-old's next start figures to come Friday against Milwaukee.
May 15 2018Syndergaard (3-1) allowed two runs on five hits and two walks across five innings to earn the win Tuesday against the Blue Jays. He struck out seven.Syndergaard struggled to find the strike zone at times throwing just 56 percent of his pitches for strikes. He struggled in the third inning, loading the bases on two hits and a hit batsman before allowing a two-run single. Syndergaard escaped the jam and continued on, but an elevated pitch count limited him to his second-shortest outing of the season. Still, the man they call Thor hasn't allowed more than three earned runs in a start since the opener and has a solid 3.14 ERA heading into next Monday's favorable matchup with the Marlins.
May 12 2018Syndergaard won't make his scheduled start Saturday after the Mets' game against the Phillies was postponed due to inclement weather, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.The two teams will make the game up as a single admission doubleheader in August. According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, the Mets are sticking with Jacob deGrom for Sunday's series finale, so Syndergaard's next start will now come Tuesday against the Blue Jays.
May 6 2018Syndergaard gave up two earned runs on six hits, striking out five and walking four over six innings but didn't factor into the decision in the Mets' 3-2 loss to the Rockies on Sunday.Syndergaard hasn't been his absolute sharpest over this last two trips to the mound, giving up 16 hits with an 8:5 K:BB over his last 12 innings, but he's still logged quality starts in both of those outings so there's no reason to be concerned about the big right-hander. He now has a 3.09 ERA and a 1.20 WHIP over 46.2 innings and will look to get back to his usual lights-out ways in his next start against the Phillies next Saturday.
May 1 2018Syndergaard (2-1) allowed three earned runs on 10 hits while walking one and striking out three across six innings to take the loss Tuesday against the Braves.Syndergaard got off to a rough start, allowing five hits and all three of his earned runs in the first inning. While he wasn't dominant across the next five innings, he did manage to settle in and put together a baseline quality start. This wasn't his best effort, but there is no reason for concern going forward, as he has put together a strong strikeout rate and shown the ability to work deep into games through seven starts this season.
Apr 30 2018Syndergaard will move ahead of Steven Matz in the pitching schedule and take the hill for the Mets on Tuesday against the Braves, Kristie Ackert of the New York Daily News reports.Syndergaard was initially slated to start Wednesday, but due to a team off day Monday, he'll be able to pitch in the series opener on his normal four days' rest. The change in the pitching schedule will afford additional rest for Matz, who will now start Saturday against the Rockies after struggling in his last few outings and experiencing back stiffness in his most recent appearance April 25. Syndergaard's fantasy owners certainly won't complain about the rotation adjustment, as the right-hander now lines up for a two-start week, with his second outing coming in Sunday's series finale with Colorado.
Apr 26 2018Syndergaard allowed one earned run on six hits while walking none and striking out seven across 7.1 innings Thursday against the Cardinals. He did not factor into the decision.Syndergaard made his longest start of the season, needing 101 pitches to complete his 7.1 innings of work. Known for his strikeout rate, he has shown the ability to mix up his approach in attacking batters as he two outings with 10 or more strikeouts but also has three starts in which he has seemingly sacrificed some strikeouts to pitch deeper into games. Regardless of how he decides to attack batters, Syndergaard remains among the elite starting pitching options.
Apr 21 2018Syndergaard (2-0) didn't factor into the decision in Friday's extra-inning win over the Braves, allowing three runs on seven hits over six innings while striking out six.The right-hander produced his second quality start of the season, firing 70 of 103 pitches for strikes. Syndergaard's 3.29 ERA through 27.1 innings doesn't exactly look dominant, but his 39:5 K:BB ties him with Justin Verlander for fourth in the majors in strikeouts. He'll next take the mound Thursday in St. Louis.
Apr 15 2018Syndergaard allowed one unearned run on two hits and a walk across 5.1 innings in a no-decision Sunday against the Brewers. He struck out 11.Syndergaard pounded the strike zone as he set a new season high in punchouts, but an elevated pitch count caused his removal with two outs remaining in the sixth inning. He was dominant at times and put just three men on base, but a lack of early run support squandered his chance at earning win number three. Syndergaard will carry a rebounding 2.95 ERA and a stellar 13.9 K/9 into Friday's start against the Braves.
Apr 10 2018Syndergaard dealt with a blister during Monday's start, but said the issue was "irrelevant", Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard claimed to be more worried about his hair flipping into his eyes. He was able to throw six innings with five strikeouts and just one earned run, so it sounds like he was right that it wasn't a big deal. It's good to hear that he doesn't think the blister was an issue, though blisters can last a long time for pitchers and have significant impacts. Rich Hill, Aaron Sanchez and Johnny Cueto all battled blisters last year and either missed time or saw their performance suffer. Given Syndergaard's lack of concern about this particular blister, it would be wrong to get too worried right away, but if reports of more blisters pop up over his next few starts, there's a chance his numbers could suffer.
Apr 9 2018Syndergaard moved to 2-0 on Monday, allowing two runs (one earned) on five hits, striking out five and walking two over six innings in the Mets' 4-2 victory over the Marlins.After lasting just four innings in his last start against the Phillies, Syndergaard managed to navigate deeper into this one and was effective in doing so, limiting Miami to the one earned run in a winning effort. His 3.94 ERA might be a bit higher than fantasy owners may have expected through three starts but that shouldn't be cause for too much concern, as he posted a 2.60 mark in his last full season of work in 2016. Coming off an injury-shortened 2017 that saw him limited to just 30.1 innings, the only question with Syndergaard at this point is health. If he manages to stay on the field all season, he has the talent and upside of a fantasy ace and he's already got 22 strikeouts against just four walks in his first 16 innings of 2018.
Apr 4 2018Syndergaard allowed two runs on four hits and two walks across four innings in a no-decision Wednesday against the Phillies. He struck out seven.Syndergaard was sharp through the first two innings Wednesday -- allowing just one hit and striking out five of the eight batters he faced -- but things started to unravel in the third. He allowed a pair of runs on two hits and a walk while tossing 36 pitches in the third, and the 25-year-old was eventually pulled after tossing 92 pitches through four frames. While Thor now owns a lackluster 5.40 ERA through his first two starts (10 innings), he has struck out 17 batters and walked just two over that stretch. He'll look to pick things up as he heads into what will be an enticing two-start week for the ace (4/9 @MIA, 4/15 @MIL).
Mar 29 2018Syndergaard will make his second straight Opening Day start Thursday at home against the Cardinals.He becomes the first Met since Johan Santana in 2008-10 to make consecutive Opening Day starts. Syndergaard cruised through spring training, posting a 23:6 K:BB in 20 innings, and if he can avoid the injuries that cut short his 2017 campaign, he has the dominant stuff to factor into the NL Cy Young conversation at the end of the year.
Mar 29 2018Syndergaard (1-0) allowed four runs on six hits across six innings to earn the win Thursday against the Cardinals. He struck out 10 batters.For the most part, Syndergaard was sharp in what was his second consecutive Opening Day start. He didn't issue a walk while striking out the most batters in a season opener since Pedro Martinez fanned 12 back in 2005. The 25-year-old did concede a pair of homers, however, resulting in three of the Cardinals' four runs. Still, all things said, this was a solid debut for Syndergaard after injuries kept him sidelined for the majority of 2017. He'll look to keep things rolling when he toes the rubber for his second start, which is scheduled for Wednesday against the Phillies.
Mar 19 2018Syndergaard gave up one run on eight hits over seven innings while striking out five in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Orioles.It seems safe to say the right-hander is ready for his Opening Day assignment. Syndergaard has posted a 23:6 K:BB in 20 innings this spring, and if he stays healthy in 2018 he's more than capable of putting up Cy Young Award-worthy numbers.
Mar 14 2018Syndergaard allowed two runs (one earned) on four hits and three walks over 4.2 innings while striking out five in Tuesday's split-squad game against the Astros.He's now got an 18:6 K:BB through 13 spring innings, and Syndergaard looks just about ready to take the hill Opening Day for the Mets. The 25-year-old righty worked only 30.1 innings last season due to a variety of injuries, but if he can avoid the DL he should be able to regain the form that saw him post a 10.7 K/9 and 2.60 ERA in 2016.
Mar 13 2018Syndergaard will pitch for the Mets on Opening Day against the Cardinals, Matt Ehalt of The Bergen Record reports.The decision ultimately came down to either him or Jacob deGrom, but with deGrom still dealing with a back issue, Thor will get the nod for the season opener. Syndergaard has looked dominant this spring, allowing just one run in 8.1 innings pitched while producing a 13:3 K:BB and routinely hitting triple digits with his fastball.
Mar 9 2018Syndergaard struck out seven over 3.1 scoreless innings in Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Nationals, giving up two hits and two walks.Fantasy GMs who weren't able to secure one of the elite crop of aces in early drafts and auctions, and had to roll the dice on Syndergaard at the top of their staff instead, have to be thrilled with his 13:3 K:BB through 8.1 innings to begin the spring. If the 25-year-old can stay healthy this season, he's more than capable of posting numbers every bit as good as those of the pitchers above him on ADP lists.
Mar 4 2018Syndergaard allowed one run on a hit and a walk while striking out four over three innings in Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Marlins.He had his adrenaline a little more under control in his second spring outing, topping out at 100 mph with his fastball rather than living there, but Thor's hammer curve was on full display and his stuff appeared to be in midseason form, even if his stamina isn't. A healthy Syndergaard is a legitimate Cy Young contender, but after managing only seven starts for the Mets last year, the 25-year-old has something to prove on that front before he can be considered a true fantasy ace.
Feb 26 2018Syndergaard threw two perfect innings and struck out two batters in Monday's Grapefruit League contest against the Astros.Syndergaard started just seven games last season, as a case of bicep tendinitis and a torn lat muscle made him unavailable for the bulk of the year. The 25-year-old righty didn't show any signs of said ailments in his first game of the 2018 Grapefruit League on Monday. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reported that Syndergaard threw 11 pitches that registered at 100 MPH or more, and he needed just 22 pitches to get through two innings of work. Now that he's returned to full health, Syndergaard figures to be one of the game's premier pitching options.
Jan 12 2018Syndergaard agreed to a one-year, $2.975 million deal with the Mets on Friday, avoiding arbitration, James Wagner of The New York Times reports.He can earn up to $3.05 million in incentives in his first year of arbitration, including a $50,000 bonus if he makes the All-Star team. Arm injuries limited him in 2017, but Syndergaard is expected to be ready to go for spring training. He has yet to eclipse the 200-inning mark as a pro, and seems unlikely to do so this year, considering he logged just 33.1 innings in 2017. However, he could offer elite production on a per-inning basis, which is why he is being drafted early in the third round of standard leagues (35.5 NFBC ADP).
Oct 1 2017Syndergaard struck out a pair in two innings while throwing 26 pitches in his start Sunday against the Phillies.He did not factor in the decision, of course, given the brevity of the outing. Syndergaard heads into the offseason presumably healthy, which allow him to progress through a normal preparation schedule with the hope of a return to dominance over a full season in 2018.
Sep 29 2017Syndergaard will start Sunday's game against the Phillies, but exit at the end of the first inning or once he's reached the 25-pitch limit, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Since Jacob deGrom is dealing with an illness and will be unable to make his scheduled start Saturday, the club will move Seth Lugo up a day and let Syndergaard record one last start before the end of the season. Once Syndergaard hits his limit, which will likely take him out of the game following the conclusion of the first fram, Johnny Wholestaff is set to take over in his place.
Sep 27 2017Syndergaard is expected to make his final appearance of the season Sunday against the Phillies, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.Syndergaard apparently got through his scheduled bullpen session Wednesday without a hitch, clearing the way for him to make his final start of the season. He tossed a scoreless inning Saturday against the Nationals in what was his first start since late April due to a lat issue, and he's slated for another one-inning appearance before closing the books on his 2017 campaign. While this season hasn't been what fantasy owners had hoped for out of Thor, a healthy outing to wrap up the year should erase any concerns heading into the offseason.
Sep 26 2017Syndergaard is set to throw one inning in a game either Saturday or Sunday, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.Syndergaard emerged from his first outing in nearly five months Saturday without issue, and as long as he does the same following a Wednesday bullpen session, he will get up on the mound one more time this season for the Mets.
Sep 23 2017Syndergaard pitched a scoreless first inning with just a single hit allowed before exiting Saturday's loss to Washington. He didn't factor into the decision.Syndergaard's last start was on April 30, so after missing nearly five months, the hard-throwing righty was handled cautiously by the Mets. Barring any setbacks, he projects to make another appearance before the end of the season. It's probably not worth owning Syndergaard outside of keeper/dynasty settings at this stage of the game.
Sep 23 2017Syndergaard (lat) has been confirmed as the starting pitcher for Saturday's game again the Nationals.Syndergaard is scheduled to throw only one inning Saturday, but he will be taking the mound for the Mets for the first time since Apr. 30. As long as all goes well he could make one more appearance before the regular season concludes. Fantasy owners did not get what they hoped out of Syndergaard in 2017, but barring any setbacks the rest of way, his return to the mound should erase any concern heading into the offseason.
Sep 22 2017Syndergaard (lat) will start Saturday's game against the Nationals, but then be replaced by Matt Harvey in the second inning, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.This will be Syndergaard's first major-league appearance since April 30, although it'll be a brief outing. The right-hander was able to throw 39 pitches during a simulated game Monday, but will surely be in store for far less during Saturday's contest. Looking ahead, it hasn't been determined whether he will take the mound again, or in what capacity, over the final week of the 2017 season, although Syndergaard did state that he would like to make two appearances before the end of the year. There will likely be a definitive plan set up early next week, especially once the club is able to determine his status following Saturday's game.
Sep 21 2017Syndergaard (lat) will be re-evaluated Friday, SportsNet New York reports.Team doctors will gauge Syndergaard's health upon the team's return home, four days after his most recent simulated game (39 pitches). Syndergaard is not currently scheduled to start a game this weekend against the Nationals, but there has been talk that the right-hander could still make a couple appearances before the end of the season.
Sep 19 2017Syndergaard (lat) may make two appearances over the rest of the season, Matt Ehalt of NorthJersey.com reports.He felt really good following Monday's simulated game, in which he threw 39 pitches. The team will wait to see how he feels Tuesday before determining the next step, but it seems possible he could start Saturday's game against the Nationals. Unfortunately, it does not sound like Syndergaard will be treated like a traditional starting pitcher, as his pitch count likely won't allow him to go deep enough to qualify for a win, whenever he does return to the mound. It sounds like he would be allowed to make two appearances before the end of the season, with a start coming this weekend and then another one coming sometime next week.
Sep 18 2017Syndergaard (lat) threw a simulated game Monday, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.Prior to Monday, manager Terry Collins said Syndergaard needed to face live hitters again before returning to action, so if he checks out following Monday's simulated outing, his next appearance could be for the big club. Thor could return to the mound over the weekend against the Nationals, though he would likely be on a pitch count if he does so.
Sep 16 2017Manager Terry Collins said Saturday that Syndergaard (lat) needs to face live batters again before returning to game action, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.There was some hope that Syndergaard could pitch this weekend, but Collins' comments effectively ruled out a return in Atlanta. Syndergaard was scratched from a scheduled simulated game last weekend due to lingering soreness and thus hasn't faced live hitters since his second rehab start back on Sept. 7.
Sep 15 2017Pitching coach Dan Warthen said Friday that Syndergaard (lat) could pitch this weekend against the Braves, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.No further details regarding Syndergaard's status were provided, but it appears the bullpen session he tossed Thursday went as planned. Syndergaard would be on some sort of pitch count if he is able to get up on the mound for the Mets, but signs are point toward him making at least one appearance before the regular season comes to an end.
Sep 14 2017Syndergaard (lat) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Thursday, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.Syndergaard was able to play catch with no issues Tuesday and Wednesday, clearing the way for him to partake in a bullpen session. This is a good sign for Thor, who recently experienced a soreness-related setback. It looks like he could still return later in September, though that's not guaranteed at this point. If he does return before the season ends, he'll likely stick to a light workload.
Sep 14 2017Syndergaard (lat) played catch for the second straight day Wednesday at Wrigley Field and is set to throw a bullpen session for his next work, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.This is a promising sign for Thor, who recently experienced a soreness-related setback but appears to be back on track to return later in September. Still, it's unlikely he'll serve any relevant fantasy role outside of cavernous leagues (NL-only, chiefly).
Sep 13 2017Syndergaard (lat) is set to play catch prior to Wednesday's game against the Cubs, The Record's Matt Ehalt reports.Syndergaard wasn't able to partake in his simulated game that was scheduled for Sunday due to "general soreness." If all goes well during Wednesday's session, it appears likely that the team will schedule a sim game in the near future for their ace.
Sep 10 2017Syndergaard (lat) is experiencing soreness and won't throw a simulated game Sunday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.It doesn't appear that Syndergaard incurred a setback while rehabbing his injury, as the team said that Sunday's scheduled workout was delayed due to "general soreness." At this point in time, it's unknown when the Mets plan to have Sundergaard throw his next simulated game, which is expected to be approximately 50 pitches.
Sep 8 2017Syndergaard's (lat) next rehab exercise will be a 50-pitch simulated game, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.It hasn't been determined when Syndergaard will throw the simulated game, but an announcement should be made in the coming days. Syndergaard threw 36 pitches in a rehab game with short-season Brooklyn on Thursday, so the club will likely give him a bit more time to ensure that he feels ready to move forward.
Sep 7 2017Syndergaard (lat) allowed three runs on three hits over two innings in a rehab start for short-season Brooklyn on Thursday, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.The results weren't great, but Syndergaard built up to 36 pitches -- doubling his pitch count from his first rehab outing -- with no reported issues. Chances are, the Mets will wait and see how Syndergaard responds in the coming days before announcing the next step. He would seem to stand a chance to return for a start or two this season, but the team has not said definitively that it will deploy Syndergaard in the rotation late in the year.
Sep 4 2017Syndergaard (lat) will make his next rehab start for short-season Brooklyn on Thursday, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.Syndergaard checked out fine during his one-inning, 18-pitch appearance Saturday for the Mets' rookie-level Gulf Coast League affiliate in what was his first game action since April 30, so the Mets will presumably let him increase his pitch count a little more in his second rehab outing. Given the length of Syndergaard's absence and his current spot in the rehab process, he may not have enough time to build up to a starter's workload before the Mets' season comes to an end, making it uncertain if the club will deploy him in the rotation if he does eventually return from the 60-day disabled list later in September.
Sep 2 2017Syndergaard (lat) allowed two unearned runs and struck out two in an inning during his rehab debut in the Gulf Coast League on Saturday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.He only threw one inning, so the Mets are clearly easing him into the rehab assignment after he logged successful live batting practice sessions earlier in the process. It's possible he will be able to return to the big-league rotation later this month.
Aug 30 2017Syndergaard (lat) will throw one inning for the Gulf Coast League Mets on Saturday, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.With another successful live BP session under his belt, Syndergaard is now ready to return to a competitive setting in the GCL. The fourth-place Mets have no reason to rush Syndergaard back to a starting role; they figure to keep him shortened up and get him re-acclimated with a couple relief appearances before the season concludes. The 25-year-old has been out since late April with a partial lat tear.
Aug 27 2017Syndergaard (lat) is expected to throw another live batting practice session Wednesday, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.Syndergaard had previously faced hitters Saturday at the Mets' spring training facility in Port St. Lucie, Fla., coming out of the session with no unexpected pain in his right lat area. The second batting practice session could be the final step for the right-hander before he begins a minor-league rehab assignment. Given that Syndergaard has already been sidelined for four months with the injury, there may not be enough time for him to build up to a starter's workload before the season ends, which could prompt the Mets to have him prepare for a bullpen role instead.
Aug 26 2017Syndergaard (lat) threw live batting practice Saturday, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.The club has yet to set a target date for Syndergaard to make a rehab start, but Saturday's workout is a step in the right direction for the hard-throwing righty. The Mets are heading into Saturday's game against the Nationals with a 56-71 record and have been hit with a string of injuries, making the playoffs seem out of reach and giving them no reason to rush Syndergaard back. However, owners should expect to see Syndergaard on the mound before the season comes to a close.
Aug 24 2017Syndergaard (lat) will throw live batting practice within the next couple days while continuing his progression with High-A Port St. Lucie, James Wagner of The New York Times reports.Syndergaard is set to face live hitters for the first time since late April, when he made his last start before going on the 60-day DL. The right-hander is beginning to ramp up his efforts in the hopes of returning soon, but all parties are stressing precaution with the club's playoff hopes hanging by a thread. There will likely be a better sense of a timetable for Syndergaard following his BP session, but if all goes well, a rehab assignment shouldn't be too far away.
Aug 23 2017Syndergaard (lat) won't throw batting practice for a couple days, David Lennon of Newsday reports.Syndergaard was originally supposed to face hitters in BP on Wednesday, but manager Terry Collins said the team decided to wait a couple more days "to err on the side of caution." He hasn't faced live hitters since landing on the disabled list back at the end of April, and seeing as the Mets are out of contention, they'll likely continue to proceed cautiously with their ace.
Aug 22 2017Syndergaard (lat) is scheduled to throw batting practice Wednesday, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.This is another encouraging step in Thor's rehab, as it will mark his first time facing live hitters since landing on the shelf back at the end of April. If everything goes well, Syndergaard should be able to head out on a minor-league rehab assignment shortly after. He still doesn't have a concrete return date, and the Mets will likely continue to handle him with extra precaution seeing as they're well out of the playoff race.
Aug 16 2017Syndergaard (lat) felt good following his first bullpen session Tuesday, and is in line to throw again in the next few days, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.Syndergaard will continue to ramp up his effort in trying to return to the Mets this season, and will likely toss more than the 20 pitches he threw Tuesday during this weekend's scheduled bullpen. There still hasn't been much clarity regarding a timetable for the right-hander, but if he's able to make it through an upcoming bullpen without any blemishes, the club could send him out on a rehab assignment by the time New York begins a road trip on Aug. 25.
Aug 15 2017Syndergaard threw 20 pitches Tuesday in his first bullpen session since tearing his lat in late April, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.For those who like hyperbole, Syndergaard told Anthony DiComo of MLB.com that this is "the best I've ever felt." He intends to return this season, although given how much time he has missed, a reasonable throwing program likely wouldn't have him back until early-to-mid September at the earliest. The Mets have made it clear that if Syndergaard does return this year, it will be in the rotation. Syndergaard could very easily pitch like an ace over three starts in September, so it's hard to cut him loose in any single-season format.
Aug 14 2017Syndergaard (lat) has been throwing off flat ground recently and is nearing a return to mound work, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard remains without a timetable for his return as he continues to slowly make his was back from a lat injury that has kept him sidelined since the beginning of May. He has been able to throw off flat ground with no issues recently, so the next big step in his throwing program will be to return to a mound. While Thor has been progressing well in his rehab, the Mets likely won't rush him back, as they've clearly turned their focus towards 2018.
Jul 31 2017Syndergaard (lat) still hasn't returned to mound work, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.While Syndergaard continues to progress in his throwing program, the ace has yet to throw off a mound. He has progressed to throwing from 100 feet recently, but he'll need to push that distance to 150 feet without any issues before he returns to the mound. Thor still remains without a firm timetable for return, but the Mets will likely continue to move him along slowly given they aren't very close to contending.
Jul 17 2017Syndergaard (lat) will begin throwing Monday, Carlos Collazo of Baseball America reports.Thor was expected to begin throwing within two weeks from July 10, so it seems like he's making quick progress in his rehab program. No word has come out as to how long his throwing program will last, although it almost certainly would be shorter if he comes back as a reliever instead of as a starter. More information on his timetable should come forth once he lengthens his throws in the coming days.
Jul 10 2017Syndergaard (lat) is set to resume throwing in less that two weeks and could possibly pitch in relief once/if he is healthy and activated, Newsday reports.Syndergaard's usage - starter or reliever - may depend on where the Mets are in the standings. If the team has made a run and needs him earlier, Syndergaard could pitch out of the bullpen, seeing more frequent duty. If New York is still languishing in the standings, Syndergaard will likely return as a starter if he is activated.
Jun 15 2017Syndergaard (lat) won't resume throwing for four more weeks, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.Syndergaard was originally given a six-week estimate to resume throwing after he was diagnosed with a partial tear of his right lat, but it now appears he'll need closer to eight weeks off before he is ready to pick up his throwing program. This revised timetable should put his estimated return date closer to August, while the Mets will continue to tread cautiously with their ace.
Jun 9 2017Syndergaard (lat) says he's feeling good but isn't close to throwing a baseball, Zachary Ripple of The New York Daily News reports. "Lats are tricky, just because it's very specific," Syndergaard said Thursday. "If you come back too soon, you could really put yourself in a situation to injure yourself again."There's still no timetable yet for when he'll be able to begin a throwing program, but the original six-week estimate would have Syndergaard tossing a baseball in the second half of June, so as yet he's not behind schedule. Expect the Mets to remain cautious with their ace, especially if the team is well out of a playoff spot heading towards the All-Star break.
May 7 2017Syndergaard (lat) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list Sunday.With a significant rehab timeline ahead for Syndergaard, it's no surprise that the Mets transferred their ace to the 60-day DL in order to open up a spot on the 40-man roster. Syndergaard is expected to be shut down for at least six weeks, so it will be some time before he's even ready to begin ramping up his rehab. He'll target a return to action following the All-Star break.
May 6 2017Syndergaard (lat) will not throw for six weeks, Steve Gelbs of SportsNet New York reports.From there, Syndergaard will need significant time to ramp up his throwing activity, so a return before the All-Star break seems highly unlikely. The Mets are not offering up an estimated return timetable at this stage. Syndergaard was diagnosed with a partial tear of his right lat muscle earlier this month following his fifth start of the season.
May 5 2017Syndergaard (back) received an "all positive" opinion from Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Wednesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.It seems to be good news with regards to Syndergaard's recovery period, though neither party has yet revealed specifics regarding the medical opinion. Nonetheless, it seems safe to assume the injury is nothing more than the initially-diagnosed muscle tear, which will likely keep the ace out for a little over two months. General manager Sandy Alderson says the team will have a better timetable once the muscle begins to heal and Syndergaard is allowed to resume regular baseball activities, a process which could take a matter of weeks. 26-year-old Rafael Montero will assume a spot in the Mets' rotation for now.
May 3 2017Syndergaard (back) will meet with Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles on Wednesday to receive a second opinion on his injury, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports.Syndergaard was diagnosed with a partially torn lat muscle following his early removal from his start Sunday against the Nationals and was shuttled to the 10-day disabled list shortly thereafter. While the Mets are officially considering Syndergaard out indefinitely, it's expected that he could be sidelined for around three months if ElAttrache confirms the original diagnosis of the right-hander's injury. Pitching depth has been a strength for the Mets in past seasons, but the organization doesn't appear adequately prepared to cover for the absence of arguably their top starter, especially with Steven Matz (elbow) and Seth Lugo (elbow) both several weeks away from returning from injuries of their own. Rafael Montero is expected to be called up from Triple-A Las Vegas on Friday to receive the first crack at replacing Syndergaard in the rotation.
May 1 2017Syndergaard will be placed on the 10-day disabled list after an MRI revealed he suffered a partial tear of his right lat muscle. The Mets are labeling Syndergaard as out indefinitely.The unfortunate news comes a day after Syndergaard was lifted just 1.1 innings into his start after reaching toward his lat area following a second inning pitch that caused him noticeable discomfort. The Mets haven't pinpointed an official timetable for Syndergaard's return, though it should be noted that teammate Steven Matz was forced to spend around two months on the DL with a similar injury in 2015, so it seems likely that the 24-year-old will be sidelined for extended time. In the meantime, Sean Gilmartin appears to be in line to win starts while the 24-year-old is sidelined, though Rafael Montero could get a look as well.
Apr 30 2017Syndergaard exited Sunday's game against the Nationals early after suffering an apparent injury in the second inning, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard appeared to reach for his lat/arm area after apparently injuring himself on a pitch to Bryce Harper in the second inning. After meeting with the team's trainer at the mound, the ace was immediately removed from the game. Over 1.1 disastrous innings, Syndergaard allowed five earned runs on five hits and two walks. An update on his injury should become available in the near future.
Apr 30 2017Syndergaard, who exited Sunday's game against the Nationals early, has been diagnosed with a "possible lat strain," Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.It initially wasn't clear where the injury occurred on Syndergaard, as he reached for his side/arm area following his second inning pitch that caused him discomfort. Early indications suggest that it's a lat injury, but we'll have to wait for confirmation on that front following Syndergaard's scheduled MRI on Monday in New York. He'll continue to be listed as day-to-day until the results of his MRI become available.
Apr 30 2017Syndergaard, who exited Sunday's game against the Nationals early, has been diagnosed with a "possible lat strain", Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.It initially wasn't clear where the injury occurred on Syndergaard, as he reached for his side/arm area following his second inning pitch that caused him discomfort. Early indications suggest that it's a lat injury, but we'll have to wait for confirmation on that front following Syndergaard's scheduled MRI on Monday in New York. He'll continue to be listed as day-to-day until the results of his MRI become available.
Apr 30 2017Syndergaard (biceps) will start Sunday's game against the Nationals.There was plenty of concern that Syndergaard would require a trip to the disabled list after he came out of his April 20 outing with a tired arm that was later reclassified as biceps tendinitis, but after refusing an MRI and playing catch Friday without incident, the Mets cleared him to return to the mound. Those in season-long leagues can probably feel comfortable with keeping Syndergaard active heading into the coming week, but given the nature of the injury, it may be worthwhile to steer clear of him in DFS contests.
Apr 28 2017Syndergaard (biceps) played catch before Friday's game, which could determine whether he starts Sunday, James Wagner of The New York Times reports.Manager Terry Collins said he expects Syndergaard to be able to make his scheduled start against the Nationals, but wants to see how the ace feels after some light throwing. Sean Gilmartin was recalled Friday and could take his spot in the event of any setbacks. Expect more information from the team soon.
Apr 28 2017Syndergaard (biceps) refused an MRI Friday after his throwing session and said he was feeling great and "ready to go on Sunday now," James Wagner of the New York Times reports.It sounds like Syndergaard will make Sunday's scheduled starts against the Nationals. That said, it's less than reassuring that Syndergaard and the Mets didn't get confirmation from an MRI that his biceps are in shape to make the start. Hopefully Syndergaard's instincts are proven correct and he doesn't aggravate the injury.
Apr 27 2017Syndergaard has a "tired arm", according to manager Terry Collins, and is scratched from his Thursday start, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Matt Harvey will start in Thor's place against the Braves. Stay tuned for more on Syndergaard's ailment, though he hasn't shown he's been affected much by anything lately, with a 1.73 ERA, a 10.4 K/9 and zero walks in his first four starts. Perhaps the Mets' rain-affected week and subsequent rotation shuffling figures into this development.
Apr 27 2017Syndergaard (biceps) is seeing a doctor Thursday and probably will receive an MRI, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.If tests come back clear, Syndergaard could start Sunday at the Nationals. His fantasy baseball owners, however, must gather contingency plans if a significant issue is detected.
Apr 27 2017Syndergaard's previously reported "tired arm" has been identified as biceps tendinitis, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.At least there's a specific designation tied to it, but Syndergaard may be in line for a longer absence than his fantasy owners want. He's missing his Thursday start, and we'll have more on this in the near future.
Apr 27 2017Syndergaard could start Sunday if the rest helps his biceps tendinitis, but he must see a doctor first, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports. The Mets prefer not to place him on the disabled list.The Mets may not have a choice if the issue lingers. Syndergaard apparently felt discomfort after a recent bullpen session and Wednesday batting practice, Jared Diamond of The Wall Street Journal reports. Thor's fantasy owners may remain in limbo heading into next week's lineup deadlines.
Apr 26 2017Syndergaard will make his next start Thursday against the Braves, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.The Mets had originally slated Syndergaard to start Wednesday, but will have Robert Gsellman make his regular turn in the rotation after Tuesday's rainout. The move mainly allows the team to start Matt Harvey in Friday's huge series opener against the Nationals. Syndergaard shut down the Braves in his first start this season, allowing no runs over six innings while racking up seven strikeouts, so he makes for a solid play Thursday.
Apr 21 2017Syndergaard (1-1) allowed five runs -- three earned -- on seven hits while striking out 10 batters over seven innings during Thursday's loss to Philadelphia.While he didn't secure the win, and it wasn't Syndergaard's sharpest outing, there were still positives from Thursday's performance. The biggest was showcasing that there were no linger effects from a torn fingernail that cut his last outing short, and he's now up to 26 innings without issuing a walk. That ups him to an impressive 30:0 K:BB through 26 innings for the campaign. The hard-throwing righty lines up for back-to-back dates with Atlanta for his next two starts.
Apr 20 2017Syndergaard (finger) is starting Thursday's game against the Phillies.Syndergaard didn't have to miss any extra time after tearing his fingernail in his last start, as he's set to take the mound for Thursday's outing. After pitching in three games (19 innings) since the start of the season, Syndergaard has allowed just two runs, recorded 20 strikeouts, and has yet to walk a batter.
Apr 14 2017Syndergaard didn't suffer a blister but rather a torn fingernail in Friday's shortened start against the Marlins, James Wagner of The New York Times reports.It's hard to say if this is good news or not for Syndergaard. On the one hand, it means the recurring blister issue he has been dealing with since Opening Day isn't the culprit here. But now, he has a new issue, and it will be very difficult for Syndergaard to control the spin he puts on the ball without his fingernail in tact. For now, Syndergaard is planning to pitch with fake nails and make his next scheduled start, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. We'll consider him day-to-day, but unless something goes wrong this week, expect Syndergaard not to miss any time.
Apr 14 2017Syndergaard left after six innings and just 87 pitches after apparently aggravating the blister he sustained on Opening Day, James Wagner of The New York Times reports.Syndergaard still completed a solid start, as he allowed just two runs (one earned) on six hits with four strikeouts, but he had plenty of gas left in the tank. The blister has been a recurring issue but has yet to keep him from missing a start. We'll monitor his status throughout the week and consider him day-to-day for now.
Apr 9 2017Syndergaard (finger) is starting Sunday's game against the Marlins.After dealing with a blister, Syndergaard is in full health and ready to take the mound for Sunday night's game as planned. In his season opener, Syndergaard struck out seven batters over six scoreless innings.
Apr 9 2017Syndergaard (1-0) allowed two runs (one earned) on five hits while walking none and striking out nine in seven innings in Sunday's 5-2 victory over the Marlins.This is a great sign after Syndergaard was forced to leave his season debut early because of a blister on his finger. He now owns a 3-0 record with 1.67 ERA and 38 strikeouts in 27 innings against Miami in his career. The talented righty sports a 0.69 ERA after his first two starts and remains one of the elite starting pitchers in the game. He quelled any concerns about his blister with this outing.
Apr 6 2017Syndergaard (finger) is confident he'll be ready to pitch Sunday against the Marlins, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard was forced to exit his Opening Day start after six innings when a blister flared up on his finger, but all signs point to him being ready for action Sunday. Before exiting his first start of the season, Syndergaard was his normal, dominant self and struck out seven batters while walking none.
Apr 3 2017Syndergaard (finger) will have his second start of the season pushed back from Saturday to Sunday against the Marlins, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.Syndergaard was forced to leave his Opening Day start Monday against the Braves after six innings due to a blister on his middle finger. He was rolling prior to his departure, conceding no runs on five hits while striking out seven batters. The Mets don't seem to view Syndergaard's blister as a major concern, so he'll just be given an extra day of rest. Robert Gsellman is expected to move up a day to pitch in Syndergaard's place Saturday.
Apr 3 2017Syndergaard was removed from Monday's season opener due to a blister on his middle finger, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.Syndergaard was looking sharp before being forced to leave the game, as he struck out seven batters through six scoreless innings. It didn't appear overly serious, though it wouldn't be a surprise to see the Mets afford its ace an extra day of rest before his next start. Consider him day-to-day until the Mets note otherwise.
Mar 25 2017Syndergaard allowed one run on four hits with five strikeouts over six innings in Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Astros.He'll make one more start this spring to increase his pitch count, but otherwise Syndergaard seems more than ready for Opening Day. Manager Terry Collins also announced Friday that Rene Rivera would resume his duties as the righty's personal catcher to begin this season due to Travis d'Arnaud's throwing issues, re-uniting the battery that closed out 2016.
Mar 19 2017Syndergaard worked five innings and threw 70 pitches in Saturday's minor league game, striking out eight and walking two, The New York Daily News reports. "His command has gotten a lot better each and every time," said catcher Travis d'Arnaud, who also played in the game. "Today he was putting his fastball where he wanted, throwing his curveball wherever he wanted it. Using his changeup whenever he wanted it. Using his slider to get ground balls whenever he wanted to."The Mets wanted Robert Gsellman to face big league hitters Saturday as they evaluate him for the fifth starter role, so Thor got to toy with minor leaguers instead. Syndergaard will get two more spring starts before Opening Day, but it doesn't look like he needs them.
Mar 17 2017Syndergaard will pitch in a minor league game Saturday, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.The right-hander was dealing with an illness that was reported as bronchitis, but earlier this week he wouldn't confirm to the media that it was. This farm game appearance may be a way for the club to keep an eye on him to see if he's improving, or just a step in managing his workload. The fact he's doing any work at all, given the uncertain nature with his health (that might've been overblown), points to everything being OK. Keep an eye out, though.
Mar 13 2017Syndergaard (illness) returned to the mound and threw 3.1 innings Monday, allowing three runs on three hits while striking out four and walking one.Syndergaard has been dealing with bronchitis over the last week, and he returned Monday against the Marlins, giving up his first runs of spring training in the process. The Mets may give Syndergaard some more rest moving forward, but it appears their ace has shaken his illness and should be 100 percent moving forward.
Mar 9 2017Syndergaard still has a case of the flu and was sent home early Thursday to rest, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports."Thor" has been just about lights-out in spring training and has no reason to push himself if he's not feeling right. In most mixed league fantasy drafts, the right-hander will find himself taken among the top five starting pitchers.
Mar 9 2017Syndergaard allowed three hits and a walk over 2.1 shutout innings Wednesday while striking out one in Grapefruit League action against the Red Sox.His fastball was sitting at 97 mph and occasionally touching 100, and Syndergaard suggested after the game that he wasn't even throwing it at full strength yet. "I don't think I've really amped it up to 100 percent yet, just because I want to be able to feel everything that's going on in my mechanics," he said. "Once I start to feel more comfortable, that's when I start ramping it up." That bodes very poorly for opposition hitters this season, as the 24-year-old looks to build on his 2016 breakout campaign.
Mar 4 2017Syndergaard allowed one hits and two walks in two shutout innings while striking out one in his Grapefruit League debut against the Astros on Friday.All systems are go for Syndergaard, as the Mets' Opening Day starter heads into 2017 looking to improve on last season's 183.2 innings pitched and 218 strikeouts. Still only 24, Thor and his mighty hammer curve will be looking to compete for his first first Cy Young award this season.
Feb 16 2017Syndergaard was named as the Mets' starter for their Opening Day matchup with the Braves, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Given the fact that he's the only stud pitcher in New York's staff that hasn't undergone surgery in the past year, this move comes as no surprise. Syndergaard seems to be in line to be the Mets' ace again this year and will look to build upon his stellar 2016 campaign, when he garnered 14 wins and a minuscule 2.60 ERA.
Feb 13 2017Syndergaard bulked up this offseason, adding 17 pounds of muscle, in an effort to help his stamina and improve his velocity, The NY Daily News reports. "I always want to throw harder and continue to make the game easier," Syndergaard said of the added strength. "I feel like last year, from my rookie season, my velocity jumped up from my rookie season to last year, so I'm always going to try to raise that kind of bar. Hopefully it allows me to go deeper into games with more ease, but (I am) also focused on paying a lot of attention to my flexibility. Pitching is not just max effort, it's about being fluid and having flexibility out there."Thor averaged 98.0 mph on his fastball last season, so the thought of him adding velocity is a terrifying one for opposition hitters. He also developed a bone spur in his elbow, though, and given all the other injuries the Mets have dealt with in their starting rotation, there is some question about whether it's smart for Syndergaard to put any additional strain on his arm. He should be able top crack the 200-inning mark for the first time in 2017 if he stays healthy, however, and is among the preseason favorites for the NL Cy Young Award.
Nov 8 2016Syndergaard will not undergo surgery to remove a bone spur in his pitching elbow, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.The Mets acknowledged that the fireballer had a bone spur over the summer, but after further examination, doctors decided that the spur wasn't significant enough to require surgery. This means that Syndergaard should be able to continue his regular offseason program as scheduled and enter the 2017 season at 100 percent.
Oct 1 2016Syndergaard will not make another start during the regular season, as the Mets were able to clinch the top wild card spot in the National League with Saturday's win, allowing them to save their ace for the wild card game.He was lined up to start Sunday, if it was a must-win game, but now the Mets can save Syndergaard for the postseason. His owners in single-season leagues can cut bait now. It is unclear who will take the ball Sunday in his stead.
Sep 27 2016Syndergaard (14-9) held the Marlins to one run on five hits over six innings Tuesday. He didn't issue a walk while striking out eight in the victory.Syndergaard, who was embarrassed by the bottom-dwelling Braves in his last start, delivered a much-needed quality outing Tuesday. The sophomore's bounce-back performance certainly was a confidence booster, but more importantly, it provided the Mets with a pivotal win during their hunt for October. Through five starts this month, Syndergaard owns a 2.83 ERA with 34 strikeouts in 28.2 innings. He's scheduled to take the mound for the season finale in Philadelphia on Sunday, a game that could decide the Mets' postseason fate.
Sep 27 2016Syndergaard (strep throat) has been confirmed as Tuesday's starter against the Marlins.This was expected but Syndergaard's inclusion in the lineup did away with any remaining uncertainty as to his status. Syndergaard was scratched from his scheduled start Saturday due to a bout of strep throat but appears primed to make two more starts before the end of the season (including Tuesday's). He has posted a 21:2 K:BB in 14 innings against the Marlins so far this season.
Sep 24 2016Syndergaard (strep throat) felt well enough to throw a bullpen session Saturday and could start Monday or Tuesday, MLB.com's Anthony DiComo reports.He won't pitch this weekend as he recovers from a case of strep throat, but it sounds like he is on pace to return either Monday or Tuesday, which would allow him to make two starts next week.
Sep 24 2016Syndergaard (illness) will start Tuesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Having him start Tuesday lines him to make the final start of the season Sunday, but as DiComo adds, he'll only pitch that game if the Mets need that game to get into the playoffs.
Sep 23 2016Syndergaard is battling strep throat and won't make his scheduled start Saturday, James Wagner of the New York Times reports.Sean Gilmartin will make the start Saturday, and it remains to be seen when Syndergaard will be healthy enough to jump back into the rotation. This is awful timing for the Mets, who are competing for a Wild Card spot, and for Syndergaard's fantasy owners, many of whom are undoubtedly competing for league titles. The Mets will obviously hope to slot Syndergaard in Monday or Tuesday in order to still use him twice before the end of the season. His status will be updated when a return date comes into focus, but it seems safe to assume he won't start this weekend.
Sep 19 2016Syndergaard (13-9) gave up five runs on eight hits over just 3.2 innings in Monday's loss to Atlanta. He struck out five and walked three.The stud righty just didn't have it this time around, as he wasn't fooling hitters like normal, ultimately getting chased by a Freddie Freeman two-run double in the fourth. He still had the heat, but the typically pinpoint command wasn't there. Syndergaard had allowed only four runs in his last five starts put together, so this was a highly unexpected disaster outing against the bottom-of-the-barrel Braves offense. It's rough timing for Thor's fantasy owners, but he has a chance at redemption in this two-start week Saturday against the Phillies.
Sep 14 2016Syndergaard was masterful in Tuesday's no decision at Washington, striking out 10 while allowing just one run on four hits and a walk over seven strong innings.A blown save by closer Jeurys Familia prevented Syndergaard from picking up his fourteenth win, but this was nonetheless an outstanding effort from the youngster in an important game for New York. This was his fifth double-digit strikeout performance of the season, and first since Jun. 15. A repeat certainly isn't out of the question Monday against a light-hitting Braves squad.
Sep 7 2016Syndergaard (13-8) allowed no runs against the Reds on Wednesday, but lasted just five innings, giving up six hits and four walks while striking out seven and earning the win.Syndergaard was a bit wild Wednesday, walking four and needing 95 pitches to get through five innings. Yet despite averaging two baserunners per inning, he kept the Reds off the scoreboard and lowered his ERA to 2.48. The lack of command was uncharacteristic from Syndergaard, who has a sterling 5:1 K:BB ratio on the year. He'll next take the hill against the Nationals on Tuesday.
Sep 2 2016Syndergaard (12-8) allowed two earned runs on three hits and a walk, but still managed to lose against the Nationals Friday.Syndergaard's three game winning streak may have been snapped, but it was through no fault of his own as he allowed just four baserunners against his team's toughest rival. He trails only Kyle Hendricks and Madison Bumgarner in ERA on the season and ranks eighth in the majors with 188 strikeouts.
Aug 28 2016Syndergaard had his second straight dominant start, allowing just one run on two hits and two walks with seven strikeouts in seven innings to notch the win Saturday against Philadelphia.With the strong effort, Thor improved to 12-7 on the year while lowering his ERA to 2.55, third best in the majors. Syndergaard loves facing the Phillies, as he is 4-0 with a 1.37 ERA in four starts against them. He will next face the Nationals in a key series for the Mets.
Aug 21 2016Syndergaard was brilliant Sunday, allowing just two hits with two walks while striking out six over eight shutout innings, to notch the win against the Giants.Syndergaard needed 98 pitches, 66 of them strikes, to get through eight innings. He mixed his fastball and off-speed pitches to keep San Francisco off-balance, painting the corners all night. The victory was Syndergaard's second straight, upping his mark on the year to 11-7, tying Bartolo Colon for most wins on the staff.
Aug 16 2016Syndergaard (10-7) allowed four runs (two earned) on seven hits and two walks with eight strikeouts over 5.2 innings in a win Tuesday over the Diamondbacks.Syndergaard had to labor for this one, as he needed 106 pitches to get through five innings and change. He helped his own cause as well with a two-run home run off his starting counterpart Braden Shipley in the third inning. Syndergaard was utterly nasty at times (16 swinging strike in 106 pitches) as he managed to keep his team in the game until his lineup could put it away with six runs combined in the fifth and six innings. He has now struck out at least six batters in each of his past six starts.
Aug 11 2016Syndergaard (9-7) pitched five innings, allowing three runs, eight hits and one walk while striking out six D'Backs in Thursday's loss.Since peaking with a 7-2 record and 1.91 ERA on June 15, Syndergaard has gone 2-5 with a 4.20 mark. Inefficiency has plagued him -- the righty is averaging 19 pitches per inning over his last five starts -- but so has the running game. The D'Backs swiped four bags off Syndergaard on Thursday. He's now allowed opponents to steal 34 bases this season, by far the most in the majors. The 23-year-old will get another shot to slow down the D'Backs as his next start is Tuesday in Arizona.
Aug 6 2016Syndergaard (9-6) gave up four earned runs on seven hits and two walks over six innings in Friday's 4-3 loss to the Tigers. He struck out seven.The dominant righty was outperformed just slightly by wily veteran Justin Verlander, despite a solid performance. Syndergaard threw 80 of 112 pitches for strikes and notched an impressive 16 swinging strikes overall, but was done in by some timely hitting on the part of the Tigers in the fourth. Victor Martinez's 404-foot shot to right plated Miguel Cabrera, and James McCann followed later in the inning with a run-scoring single that brought in J.D. Martinez. Although he's dropped his last three decisions, the 23-year-old has only received a mere combined six runs of support over that span. He'll look to get back on the winning side of the ledger when he takes on the D-backs next Thursday.
Aug 1 2016Syndergaard (9-5) came away with a no-decision in Sunday's 6-4 win over the Rockies, giving up up three runs (two earned) on six hits and two walks over six innings while striking out six.He wasn't at his sharpest, as Syndergaard threw first-pitch strikes to fewer than half the batters he faced (12 of 25), but Thor still managed to record his 15th QS in 20 starts this season. He'll try to get back in the win column Friday in Detroit.
Jul 26 2016Syndergaard (9-5) allowed three runs, two of which were earned, on seven hits and three walks while striking out eight over six innings to take the loss Tuesday against the Cardinals.Syndergaard gave up a two-run homer to Jedd Gyorko in the third inning to fall behind 3-0, and the Cardinals offense was unable to get closer than one run the rest of the way. He's now held opponents to six earned runs in 23.1 innings over his last four starts, and he boasts a 2.45 ERA to go along with the 1.13 WHIP. He'll make his next start Sunday against the Rockies.
Jul 25 2016Syndergaard's scheduled start Monday has been postponed due to weather, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Tuesday will now be a doubleheader between the Mets and Cardinals. Syndergaard is scheduled to pitch in Game 1 with Bartolo Colon pitching in the subsequent contest. The Mets will likely need to find a spot-starter for Saturday while pushing the rotation back a day to fit Syndergarard in Sunday.
Jul 19 2016Syndergaard (9-4) pitched 5.2 innings, allowing one unearned run, seven hits and two walks while striking out eight Tuesday against the Cubs. He did not factor in the decision.Syndergaard needed 105 pitches to work his way out of a few jams in his first start since leaving his July 8 outing early due to arm fatigue. He quelled any concerns about his arm strength by pumping his fastball at 97-plus mph throughout most of the night, including one clocked at 100 mph in the first inning. In his 43rd game, Syndergaard also reached 300 career K's, making him the third-fastest among active pitchers to do so -- Yu Darvish notched 300 in 37 games, and Jose Fernandez reached the mark in 42 games.
Jul 15 2016Syndergaard (arm fatigue) is good to go for Tuesday's start, The Record's Matt Ehalt reports.He threw from 90 feet on Friday and said, "It feels like I have a new arm." This is excellent news for Syndergaard's owners, although given the arm/elbow issues he's had over the past month or so, he still carries more health risk than most of the other active starters in baseball. Tuesday's start against the Cubs in Wrigley Field is not an ideal matchup by any means, but Syndergaard still needs to be deployed in almost all formats as long as he's healthy enough to take the ball.
Jul 15 2016Syndergaard (arm fatigue) looked strong during his throwing session Friday and he is scheduled to throw off a mound Saturday, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.Syndergaard has been battling a tired arm since before the All-Star break and he was unable to participate in the Midsummer Classic. However, the downtime during the break allowed him to rest and now he's ready to ramp up his activity. He'll throw off a mound Saturday and provided that the session goes off without a hitch, he should be able to make his scheduled start Tuesday.
Jul 13 2016Mets manager Terry Collins said that Syngergaard (arm fatigue) will throw off a mound on Friday, Newsday's Marc Carig reports.If the session goes well for Syngergaard on Friday, he is expected to rejoin the Mets rotation July 19 against the Cubs. Syngergaard, who threw 105.2 innings in the first half, is on pace to throw over 200 innings for the first time in his career. If his arm continues to be an issue, don't be surprised if the Mets are a little cautious with Syndergaard's innings down the stretch.
Jul 12 2016Syndergaard (arm fatigue) is planning on taking a page from Bartolo Colon's playbook and cut back substantially on the bullpen sessions he throws between starts but not on the max effort on each his pitches, the NY Post reports.Syndergaard will reduce the number of bullpen sessions he throws after the All-Star break from 30-35 to about 15-20, hoping it keeps his arm fresh. Colon doesn't throw bullpens, which has allowed his arm to be ready for each start. Syndergaard added he believes that if he sacrifices velocity, it will come at the expense of control, referring to his mound style as "controlled violence." He currently is slated to pitch the Mets' fifth game after the break, July 19 against the Cubs.
Jul 10 2016Syndergaard (arm) is slated start July 19 against the Cubs, James Wagner of the Washington Post reportsThat game will be the Mets' fifth after the All-Star break. By pitching Syndergaard then, he is afforded a few additional days of rest, which hopefully will rectify the arm fatigue that forced him out of Friday's game.
Jul 9 2016Syndergaard (arm) will not participate in the All-Star game, ESPN's Adam Rubin reports.Syndergaard left Friday's outing with arm fatigue, so manager Terry Collins and the Mets will take the cautious route with him and hold him out of the All-Star game. San Diego's Drew Pomeranz will replace him on the National League roster.
Jul 9 2016Syndergaard (arm) may play catch during the All-Star break, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.The 23-year-old's velocity was dipping as he progressed through Friday's outing, and he was ultimately lifted after 4.2 innings with what is being labeled as "arm fatigue." Manager Terry Collins was adamant that Syndergaard's current issue is unrelated to the bone spur in his elbow and said the team feels no need to send Syndergaard for an MRI. It's uncertain where Syndergaard will slot into the post-break rotation.
Jul 8 2016Syndergaard left Friday's game with arm fatigue and the Mets specified that it is "not elbow-related," MLB.com's Anthony DiComo reports.Of course, Syndergaard still has bone spurs in his elbow, so it's not as if his elbow is 100 percent fine. The velocity on his fastball was down in the 91-94 mph range before exiting, so something was clearly wrong. Syndergaard gave up three runs on four hits and three walks while striking out five in 4.2 innings against the Nationals prior to leaving Friday's game. He will now obviously not pitch in the All-Star game, and it is unclear if he will need to be skipped in the rotation after the All-Star break. Matt Harvey (shoulder) was ruled out for the season earlier Friday, so this has been a brutal day for the Mets' rotation.
Jul 8 2016Sydergaard left in the fifth inning of Friday's game against the Nationals with the team trainer, Chase Hughes of CSNMA reports.Syndergaard's fastball was dipping into the low 90's in the fifth inning -- markedly lower than his usual 98-99 MPH -- and he exited the game with the team trainer. He was replaced on the mound by Seth Lugo. Details concerning the reason for his early departure are forthcoming.
Jul 3 2016Syndergaard (elbow) allowed one run on seven hits while striking out eight to improve to 9-3 in the Mets' 14-3 win over the Cubs on Sunday.Thor allowed a first inning run, then cruised as the Mets attack battered Jon Lester. Syndergaard didn't appear to be bothered by the small bone spur in his elbow during the outing. He will get one more start before the All-Star break and may represent the NL in the Mid-Summer Classic.
Jun 28 2016Syndergaard will not need surgery to address the bone spur in his elbow, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard initially denied having any issues with his throwing elbow, but the team has since confirmed that he is, indeed, battling a small bone spur, which GM Sandy Alderson called "really insignificant." The expectation is that Syndergaard will be able to pitch through the issue, but it's certainly something to keep an eye over his next handful of starts. The right-hander is coming off of his worst outing of the season Monday against the Nationals, in which he allowed five earned runs on seven hits to go with three walks over just 3.0 innings.
Jun 27 2016Updating a previous report: Syndergaard told the media following his Monday start that "there's nothing structurally wrong with my elbow at all," Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard's quip Monday was in direct response to multiple reports suggesting that he's been pitching with a bone spur in his right elbow. These seemingly erroneous reports were given validation, however, after the 23-year-old only lasted three innings against the Nationals on Monday, giving up five earned runs and seven hits. Although, Syndergaard claims it was simply a poor outing and there's no reason to believe he'll miss his next scheduled start.
Jun 27 2016Syndergaard is in fact dealing with a bone spur in his right elbow, despite his denial following Monday's start, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.A true saga played out Monday after initial reports surfaced that Syndergaard was pitching through discomfort in his elbow due to a bone spur. Following a poor start that lasted only three innings against the Nationals, Syndergaard flat out denied those reports in front of the media, and even went as far to say that nothing was wrong with his elbow at all. However, it does ultimately seem that the young pitcher faces irritation in his elbow despite him trying to save face in the public eye. Regardless, Syndergaard is not expected to miss any of his scheduled starts.
Jun 27 2016Syndergaard has been dealing with a bone spur in his elbow, Kristie Ackert of the New York Daily News reports.It seems that the discomfort Syndergaard has been feeling in his elbow ultimately stems from this bone spur, although there's no immediate cause for him to miss time off the field. Rather, the 23-year-old isn't continually plagued with discomfort, so he'll keep making his scheduled starts under the watchful eye of New York's training staff.
Jun 23 2016Syndergaard (elbow) will take the mound during his next scheduled start against the Nationals on Monday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard seems to have survived a scare, and will be ready to go on normal rotational rest after leaving Wednesday's game with an elbow injury that showed no structural damage. The ace was cleared to resume his normal routine Wednesday night but the Mets will likely be careful with Syndergaard during his outing Monday.
Jun 22 2016Syndergaard was pulled from Wednesday's game with elbow discomfort and will be evaluated by doctors, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Syndergaard left the game after 91 pitches after his elbow flared up. More information regarding the injury should be released once his evaluation is complete.
Jun 22 2016An MRI on Syndergaard's elbow showed no structural damage, just discomfort and he was given anti-inlammatory medicine. He has been been cleared to resume his normal routine, David Lennon of Newsday reports.That sound you hear is every Mets fan and Syndergaard owner breathing a major sigh of relief. Syndergaard could miss his Monday start but isn't expected to be sidelined for an extended period of time.
Jun 21 2016Syndergaard will have his next start pushed to Wednesday against the Royals.It doesn't appear as though Syndergaard is dealing with any physical ailments, as he's the change in schedule has him pitching just one day later, but he'll now be afforded extra rest in between starts. From a matchup perspective, Syndergaard will still draw the same opponent in a World Series rematch Wednesday while Bartolo Colon will have his start pushed forward a day to take his spot Tuesday.
Jun 15 2016Syndergaard (7-2) struck out 11 over 8.1 innings Wednesday against the Pirates, allowing just two runs (one earned) on five hits without a walk.The Pirates got some good swings at Syndergaard when he faced them a week ago, but he was back to his normal godlike self in this one. He entered the ninth inning looking for a shutout, but gave up a pair of doubles before being yanked, with an error bringing home the runner he left on base. Syndergaard's now reached double-digit strikeouts four times this season and still has't allowed more than two earned runs in a start since the first day of May. He'll draw a rematch with his Opening Day (and World Series) opponent, Kansas City, on Tuesday.
Jun 3 2016Syndergaard (6-2) mowed down nine Marlins en route to a 6-2 Mets victory Friday. He surrendered six hits, two earned runs and a walk over seven innings.The 23-year-old came back strong after being ejected for throwing behind Chase Utley in his last start, inducing an outstanding 19 swinging strikes over his 106 pitches. He was even impressive when giving up runs, as the homer he yielded to Marcell Ozuna notably came on a 100 mph fastball. It was another in a long line of dominating performances for Syndergaard, who's notched 30 strikeouts over his last three full starts, all which have gone seven frames. He's now whiffed 90 batters over 70.2 innings, and Friday's lone walk represented the first free pass he'd issued over the last four trips to the mound. He'll next face off with the Pirates and Francisco Liriano on Wednesday night.
Jun 1 2016Syndergaard pitched a scoreless inning out of the bullpen in Tuesday's 6-4 loss to the White Sox.He completed the frame on 17 pitches, striking out two batters en route to his first career hold. The 23-year-old was available after being ejected from his last start after 2.1 innings (34 pitches), and his use out of the bullpen will not affect his availability or workload for Friday's start against the Marlins.
May 29 2016Syndergaard could be used out of the bullpen Tuesday, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.Syndergaard only tossed 2.1 innings during Saturday's scheduled start, as he was ejected after throwing a pitch behind the back of Chase Utley. Since he only threw 34 pitches in that outing, it makes sense to use him Tuesday, as that would be the day of a regular side session anyway. Regardless of how that contest plays out, look for Syndergaard to make his next scheduled start as planned Thursday against the White Sox.
May 28 2016Syndergaard (5-2) was ejected in the third inning after throwing a ball behind Dodgers second baseman Chase Utley in Saturday's game.The bad blood between Utley and the Mets stems from Utley's controversial late slide in the playoffs last year. Syndergaard threw 2.1 scoreless innings, allowing just two hits, no walks while striking out three before he threw a 99 mph behind Utley's back and was immediately ejected. Although retribution was to be expected, it wasn't the best of strategies, as both the Mets and fantasy owners would rather see Syndergaard on the mound. After he left, New York's bullpen gave up nine runs in the final four frames. His next start will be Friday against the Marlins.
May 22 2016Syndergaard allowed an unearned run on six hits and no walks while striking out 11 in seven innings to pick up the win Sunday.Syndergaard lowered his ERA to 1.94 on the season with the seven innings of work Sunday. He became the second Met and first since Dwight Gooden in 1984 to throw back-to-back outings of 10K and no walks. Thor continues to excel and if he keeps up this pace, he will represent the Mets at the All-Star Game in San Diego on July 12.
May 18 2016Syndergaard struck out 10 and allowed just five hits and no walks over seven shutout innings in Tuesday's win over Washington.Syndergaard reached double-digits in strikeouts for the second time this season and posted his first shutout start since going six shutout innings against the Royals in his first start of the season. He owns a brilliant 65:9 K:BB in 53.1 innings and lowered his ERA to 2.19 as Thor is looking every bit the part of an ace in second major league campaign.
May 12 2016Syndergaard had a precautionary exam on his right elbow May 2 that came up clean, the North Jersey.com reports.Manager Terry Collins revealed this information after Syndergaard's start Wednesday. Syndergaard wasn't brought out for the ninth inning Wednesday, partially due to Steven Matz's elbow soreness and Collins' desire not to push Syndergaard early in the season. Syndergaard is now 3-2 with a 2.53 ERA and 1.04 WHIP with 55 strikeouts in 46.1 innings in seven starts. Presuming the elbow is healthy, he looks ready to post top-tier pitching numbers this season.
May 11 2016Syndergaard gave up two runs on six hits and one walk while striking out six over eight innings in a win over the Dodgers on Wednesday.The 23-year-old's success on the mound was overshadowed by what he did at the plate. Syndergaard accounted for all four runs the Mets scored in the victory, hitting two home runs off opposing starter Kenta Maeda, one a three-run shot. It marked the first time since 2007 that a pitcher homered twice in one game. On the hill, Syndergaard gave up a pair of homers, and he's now failed to strike out more than six batters in any of his last three starts. However, Syndergaard was efficient Wednesday (95 pitches) and showed no signs of slowing down late, touching triple digits in his final frame. He lines up for home starts against Washington and Milwaukee next week.
May 6 2016Syndergaard was a tough-luck loser Friday versus the Padres, allowing just two runs while striking out five and walking two across six strong innings.Syndergaard pitched well versus a weak Padres offense, but his own club's struggles at the plate versus Drew Pomeranz cost him a shot at a victory. He still has a sharp 2.58 ERA through 38.1 innings, and he will look to get back in the win column Wednesday at the Dodgers.
Apr 25 2016Syndergaard allowed three runs in 6.2 innings in a no-decision Monday against the Reds. He allowed seven hits, struck out nine, and didn't issue a walk.The three runs allowed were more than he had allowed in his first three starts combined, bringing his ERA all the way to 1.69. On the bright side, Syndergaard's nine strikeouts gives him 38 for the season, compared to just four walks, in 26.2 innings. He'll try to continue his marvelous start on Sunday against the Giants.
Apr 18 2016Syndergaard (2-0) continued his masterful start to the season, going seven innings of one-run ball against the Phillies on Monday. Syndergaard allowed five hits, walked two, and struck out eight.Syndergaard has been borderline untouchable this season, allowing just 15 hits in 20 innings while striking out 29 compared to just four walks. The young righty's strikeouts are no fluke, as he fanned better than a batter per inning his rookie season in 2015. His next start will be Sunday against the Braves.
Apr 12 2016Syndergaard took a no-decision despite allowing just one run on seven hits and a walk over seven innings Tuesday against the Marlins. He struck out 12.Syndergaard's high in strikeouts last season was 13 on July 10 against Arizona, the only time he struck out a dozen or more hitters in 2015. He now has 21 strikeouts in 13 innings to start the season and has a 0.69 ERA. Given his outstanding velocity and movement, Syndergaard's potential is off the charts, and his first two starts of 2016 thus far shows why expectations are so high.
Mar 25 2016Syndergaard allowed two runs on five hits while striking out nine in six innings against the Cardinals on Friday.Syndergaard was touched up for single runs in the fourth and fifth but finished his outing with a clean sixth. His fastball topped out at 99mph while his changeup, curveball and four-seam fastball were sharp. Syndergaard threw 62 of his 89 pitches for strikes and looked to be in mid-season form on the mound. He will have one more spring outing, then start the second game of the season, April 5 against the Royals.
Mar 20 2016Syndergaard will start the Mets' second game of the season, April 5 against the Royals, the NY Daily News reports.That start was originally scheduled to go to Jacob deGrom. But with deGrom's wife due to give birth on that day, Thor will get the nod. Syndergaard. who has added a cutter to go along with his changeup, curve and high-90s fastball, faced the Royals in Game 3 of the World Series, buzzing Alcides Escobar with a 98-mph fastball to start the game. He allowed one earned run on six hits with five strikeouts over five innings in a spring start Sunday against the Red Sox.
Mar 10 2016Syndergaard has added a cutter to go along with his changeup, curve and high-90s fastball, the NY Daily News reports.Syndergaard hopes to use the cutter early in counts to get weak contact and keep his pitch count down. The pitch, which he learned from pitching coach Dan Warthen, is thrown like a fastball but generates less pressure on the elbow than a slider and breaks late, resulting in the weak contact. This combination and development of his pitches coupled with his mound presence is why some believe that Thor could end up as the best of Mets' young aces.
Oct 24 2015Syndergaard will start Game 3 of the World Series against the Royals on Friday, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.Syndergaard will be the third starter in the Mets' four-man rotation -- also, Matt Harvey, Jacob deGrom, and Steven Matz -- which will be strictly followed if the series goes the distance. As a result, Syndergaard will take the hill in Games 3 and 7, if needed. In three appearances (two starts) this postseason, he's posted a 1-1 record, while surrendering four runs on eight hits and six walks to go with 20 strikeouts in 13 innings.
Oct 17 2015Syndergaard will start Game 2 of the NLCS against the Cubs on Sunday, Jared Diamond of The Wall Street Journal reports.Syndergaard took the mound twice in the divisional series versus the Dodgers, conceding three runs on five hits and five walks, while striking out 11 in 7.1 innings. In his sole matchup with the Cubs this season on May 12, he didn't fare much better (three earned runs in 5.1 innings) but took advantage of the Cubs' free-swinging ways, striking out six.
Oct 4 2015Syndergaard will start Game 2 of the Mets' divisional series against the Dodgers, ESPN New York reports.Jacob deGrom will start Game 1 while Matt Harvey gets the nod in Game 3 when the series moves back to Citi Field. Syndergaard had struggled on the road, but has been markedly better away from home his last three starts. He likely will get to work in the shadows of Chavez Ravine initially as the game is expected to start at 5pm local time.
Oct 4 2015Syndergaard took a tough no-decision Saturday, allowing just one run on two hits and a walk over seven innings while striking out 10.The rookie heads into the postseason with a head of steam, tossing quality starts in three of his last four starts with an eye-popping 37:2 K:BB ratio in 27.2 innings. Syndergaard figures to be a key part of the impressive young Mets rotation in the playoffs, not to mention 2016 and beyond.
Oct 2 2015Syndergaard's Friday start has been postponed due to weather, ESPN's Adam Rubin reports.While nothing official has been announced as of yet, Syndergaard could get his start pushed back to Saturday. More information should be available in the coming hours.
Oct 2 2015Syndergaard will start Game 1 of Saturday's double header against the Nationals, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.Following up on an earlier report, Syndergaard's start Friday was postponed due to rain. He will matchup against the Nationals' Gio Gonzalez in the opening game of the double header Saturday.
Sep 25 2015Syndergaard (9-7) held Cincinnati to two runs on five hits while striking out 11 over 7.2 innings in Friday's win.Syndergaard was back to his dominating ways on Friday, registering his fourth double-digit strikeout performance of the season and his first since July 10. Syndergaard's recent struggles haven't been about strikeouts, however, or hits or control for that matter. They have been about the long ball. Syndergaard has surrendered homers in eight of his past nine starts including Friday and multiple homers in four of those outings. As the season winds to a close, Syndergaard can be counted on to bring the strikeouts and limit the walks, but he'll remain just a pitch or two away from disappointment.
Sep 19 2015Syndergaard took the loss Saturday, giving up five runs on seven hits over six innings while striking out eight.Two of those hits left the yard, and Syndergaard's 1.13 HR/9 rate is just about the only blemish on what's otherwise been a strong rookie campaign. His next start should come Friday in Cincinnati, although the Mets do keep juggling their rotation in an effort to limit the workloads of all their young arms.
Sep 8 2015Syndergaard will return to the rotation Saturday, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.The Mets skipped Syndergaard the last time through the rotation to conserve his innings, but the date of his next start is now known. He will take on a Braves team that tagged him for four runs (three earned) in four innings earlier this season.
Sep 1 2015Syndergaard will not make his scheduled start Saturday in Miami, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.With Steven Matz coming off the DL on Monday, the Mets have made the call to skip Syndergaard's next turn, enabling him to gain extra rest down the stretch. Matz will take the hill Saturday, after which the Mets will transition to a six-man rotation for the rest of September.
Aug 19 2015Syndergaard was a little off Wednesday in Baltimore, giving up three runs on eight hits and two walks in five innings. He struck out six in the no-decision.Syndergaard was reportedly trying out a new pre-start routine to address his first-inning struggles, and it sort of worked -- he loaded the bases in the opening inning, but was able to escape the jam. He settled down over the next four innings, but gave up three straight hits -- including a game-tying two-run homer by Jonathan Schoop -- to open the sixth, and that was it. Of course, if this is what qualifies as a poor Syndergaard outing, his fantasy owners will take it happily, considering what the rookie hurler has generally delivered on the mound.
Aug 13 2015Syndergard (7-6) picked up the win Thursday with seven strong innings against the Rockies, striking out five while allowing three runs on four hits and a pair of walks.He was touched up for a pair of solo homers in the first inning, but after that, Syndergaard settled down to give the Mets both length and efficiency, as he tossed just 94 pitches. This is a solid bounce-back effort after his ugly start in Tampa last weekend, but he'll look to get the ol' strikeout totals back on track when he makes his next start against the Orioles on Wednesday.
Aug 13 2015Syndergaard's innings are not considered a concern and he is not expected to have any starts skipped in September.This is good news for Syndergaard's owners, as innings limits can come into play for rookie hurlers in September. The big righty currently sits at 128.1 innings on the season and his sturdy, 6-foot-6 frame is ideal for logging heavy workloads. The only concern with the rookie of the year candidate at this point is his 5.01 ERA on the road (compared to a 1.57 ERA at home), but the 41.1 inning sample size probably isn't enough for fantasy owners to start sitting him in future road outings.
Aug 9 2015Syndergaard's road woes continued Saturday, as he allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out six in just four innings against the Rays.Syndergaard came into the came off dominant starts against the Padres and Nationals, each of which were made at home. He is 6-1 with a 1.57 ERA at the friendly confines of Citi Field but is now 0-5 with a 5.01 ERA on the road. The good news is that Syndergaard's next start will come at home but to be an elite pitcher, he will need to figure out how to pitch well away from home.
Aug 2 2015Syndergaard struck out nine and gave up two runs on seven hits in eight innings to earn the victory in the Mets' 3-2 win over the Nationals on Sunday.With the win, the Mets moved into a virtual tie for first place in the Eastern Division. In his last seven starts, Syndergaard has allowed just earned runs in 50 innings, striking out 52 and walking just 10. For the season, Syndergaard has struck out 100 and walked just 20 and he is starting to generate some Rookie of the Year buzz.
Jul 28 2015Syndergaard was masterful Tuesday, shutting out the Padres for eight innings and allowing just three hits to earn his fifth win of the season.After walking five in his previous start, Syndergaard rediscovered his control and didn't issue any free passes against San Diego. The rookie will carry a pristine 2.70 ERA and 1.07 WHIP into his next start this weekend against the Nationals.
Jul 22 2015Syndergaard struggled with his command Wednesday in Washington, but limited the damage to one run despite allowing 10 baserunners (evenly split between hits and walks) in five innings. He struck out four and received no decision despite leaving with a 3-1 lead.Reliever Bobby Parnell imploded in the eighth inning, blowing Syndergaard's win and leaving the Mets with a painful loss. The rookie they call Thor certainly didn't have his finest stuff in this one, but his control has typically been far better than this -- he hadn't walked more than two hitters in any of his first dozen MLB starts. He's a good bet to be more efficient in his next start, Tuesday against the Padres.
Jul 10 2015Syndergaard was dazzling Friday night, allowing one run on four hits, walking two and striking out a career-high 13 over eight innings of a 4-2 win over Arizona.Syndergaard (4-4, 3.11 ERA) also tossed a career high 116 pitches (74 for strikes), but after allowing a double, a stolen base, and a sacrifice fly in the first inning, he was nearly untouchable. Regularly sitting in the 97-98 mph range with his fastball, and comfortably mixing in breaking pitches and a change, the Diamondbacks simply didn't have an answer. "Thor" may experience some bumps along the road in his young career, but he is building confidence, and with his stuff, the ceiling is exceptionally high.
Jul 4 2015Syndergaard dueled the Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw to a draw Friday night, allowing one run on two hits and two walks while striking out six in six innings.Aside from an Adrian Gonzalez homer, Syndergaard was nearly untouchable, and there's an argument to be made that he outpitched Kershaw despite the Dodgers' ace lasting an inning longer. However, it did take him 107 pitches to finish six frames, and the Mets would like to see more efficiency than that. Nonetheless, Syndergaard has now delivered one-run or scoreless outings in three of his last four starts and six of the last nine as he continues his impressive rookie campaign. He'll take the ball again Friday against the Diamondbacks.
Jun 26 2015Syndergaard, who starts Friday, has about 100 innings left before the Mets shut him down, MLB.com's Anthony DiComo reports.The Mets are using a six-man rotation, so there is still a chance Syndergaard won't be shut down and could just complete the season as usual. In eight starts Syndergaard has accumulated 44.2 innings, so it is safe to say he might have around 17 starts remaining before he reaches his innings limit, and if the Mets keep a six-man rotation he would only be asked to start about 15 more times, so this may be a non-issue. Still for those who own Syndergaard this is information worth storing away in case he starts going deeper into games.
Jun 26 2015Syndergaard turned in what was probably the best start of his young career, allowing one run on five hits, he did not walk a batter, and struck out five over eight innings of a 2-1 win against the Reds on Friday night.Earlier, it was announced that Syndergaard (3-4, 3.59 ERA) would probably only pitch about 100 more innings this season, so "Thor" decided to make the most of his allocated innings. It was his first start of eight innings at the major league level, and he needed just 89 pitches (65 for strikes) to complete the eight frames. The Mets are currently using a six-man rotation, so the innings limit may not be much of a concern, but if that changes, and he starts pitching deeper into games, it could be a factor later in the year.
Jun 20 2015Syndergaard registered a no-decision Saturday against the Braves, allowing three earned runs in four innings with three strikeouts and two walks.Syndergaard was pulled after the fourth due to an incredibly inefficient performance, as had thrown 88 pitches in just four innings. He was saved from a loss by Travis d'Arnaud hitting a game-tying home run in the half-inning after his exit. He's had a rough June so far, giving up 15 runs across four starts and having his ERA rise from 1.82 at the end of May to 4.03.
Jun 15 2015Syndergaard pitched well in a no-decision Monday, allowing one run in six innings against the Blue Jays.Syndergaard allowed just two hits and struck out a career-high 11 in the start. The rookie now owns a 3.76 ERA and has a stronger hold on a rotation spot following the removal of Dillon Gee from the active roster. Syndergaard's next start will come this weekend against the Braves.
Jun 14 2015The Mets have recently discussed moving Syndergaard to the bullpen and calling up Steven Matz, Mike Puma of the NY Post reports.Syndergaard would be used to set up Jeurys Familia while Matz would slide into Syndergaard's rotation spot. The Mets have struggled to find a bridge to Familia and Syndergaard's high-90s fastball and 'hook from hell,' could fill that spot. This is from a done deal and Syndergaard does profile as a starting pitcher, so view this as an outside possibility for the time being.
Jun 12 2015Syndergaard is slated to make his next start Monday against Toronto, Adam Rubin of ESPN reports.Dillon Gee, who was placed on the bereavement list Thursday, is listed as the starter for Sunday's series finale against Atlanta, so Syndergaard is slated to start Monday as the Mets kick off a four-game set against the Blue Jays. Matt Harvey is expected to follow as Tuesday's starter.
Jun 1 2015Syndergaard's ERA has dropped from 2.55 to 1.82 after a scoring change that turned two of the runs he allowed May 22 against the Pirates from earned to unearned, reports the Mets' official site.Back in Syndergaard's third big-league start, Pittsburgh's Gregory Polanco hit a ball that first baseman Lucas Duda couldn't handle, and though it was originally ruled a hit, Major League Baseball reviewed it and declared it an error more than a week later. If you have Syndergaard in fantasy and barely lost ERA in a head-to-head matchup back then, go check whether you might have a retroactive victory. The young fireballer will make his next start Tuesday against San Diego.
May 31 2015Syndergaard will make his next start Tuesday against the Mets, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.Syndergaard was originally scheduled to pitch Wednesday, but he'll move up a day with Dillon Gee (groin) announced as Wednesday's starter. The emerging star will now see a slightly better matchup, squaring off against Ian Kennedy instead of the 6-0 James Shields. The innings may be curbed a bit the remainder of the season due to the switch to a six-man rotation, but the young Syndergaard still holds formidable fantasy value in just about all formats.
May 27 2015Syndergaard (2-2) stifled the Phillies over 7.1 shutout innings Wednesday, giving up just six singles while striking out six.Not only did he touch 100 mph with his fastball while dominating on the mound, but Syndergaard also roundly outhit the Phillies all by himself, going 3-for-3 with a homer to dead center -- the first of his career. After showing some initial jitters and walking four batters in his first start, the young fireballer has posted a 16:1 K:BB over the last three games. He next lines up for a friendly road start Wednesday in San Diego.
May 22 2015Syndergaard allowed four runs (three earned) on seven hits, he did not walk a batter and struck out five over six innings of a 4-1 loss to the Pirates on Friday night.Syndergaard (1-2, 3.63 ERA) actually pitched better than the line suggests. Poor defense doesn't always show up and errors, and he suffered through a multitude of miscues that cost him both runs and pitch count. On the very positive side of things, he maintained his composure on the mound, and the Mets earlier today indicated they will go with a six-man rotation - at least for awhile - once Dillon Gee returns, so his spot in the rotation is safe for the immediate future.
May 22 2015The Mets will use a six-man rotation when Dillon Gee (groin) is activated off the disabled list this week, meaning that Syndergaard will remain in the big leagues, ESPN New York reports.This is one way where Syndergaard stays with the Mets and doesn't land in the bullpen. Syndergaard makes his third start Friday night and now will get a chance to show he should remain the big leagues, regardless of if the Mets revert back to a five-man staff.
May 17 2015Syndergaard picked up his first MLB win Sunday, allowing one run on three hits while striking out five in six innings.Syndergaard ran into trouble in the sixth inning, but he escaped by allowing just the one run. He also had a scary moment as an inside fastball got away from him, hitting Carlos Gomez in the helmet, putting two on with none out. Syndergaard, despite admitting he was nervous about coming inside again, was able to limit the damage. Syndergaard will get at least one more start, as Dillon Gee (groin) will have one more rehab outing and it remains to be seen if he will stick. From listening to what manager Terry Collins and opponents have said about his stuff, Syndergaard could remain in the rotation with Gee shifting to the bullpen.
May 12 2015Syndergaard allowed three runs on six hits and four walks while striking out six in 5.1 innings in his major-league debut Tuesday against the Cubs.Syndergaard threw 65 fastballs in his 103 pitches, averaging 98 mph on those fastballs. He allowed no runs the first five innings, but ran into trouble in the sixth. Syndergaard surrendered a run-scoring double to Starlin Castro and two-run homer to Chris Coghlan in the inning before departing with one out in that frame. He admitted he began the game a bit nervous but settled in nicely and should be better his next start, as he incorporates his change up and curveball even more.
May 9 2015Syndergaard was officially called up from Triple-A Las Vegas on Saturday.Word came down Friday night that Syndergaard would get the call to start Tuesday against the Cubs at Wrigley Field. The Mets just went ahead and brought him up right away in a corresponding move with Dillon Gee (groin) landing on the DL, rather than add someone else for depth in the short term. Syndergaard has been brilliant with Las Vegas this season, posting a 1.82 ERA, 34:8 K:BB and .192 BAA in 29.2 innings.
May 8 2015Syndergaard could make his MLB debut at some point in May, as Mets manager Terry Collins said Friday that the team might need a spot starter within the next 20 games, Jared Diamond of The Wall Street Journals reports.It's not clear whether Collins was hinting at a minor injury in the Mets' rotation or just pointing out that injuries can happen. Syndergaard has been dominant for Triple-A Las Vegas this season, and with Rafael Montero (shoulder) on the disabled list, the 22-year-old would likely be New York's first option for a call-up.
May 8 2015Syndergaard will be called up to start Tuesday against the Cubs, Mike Vorkunov of the Star-Ledger reports.A groin strain has pushed Dillon Gee to the DL and created an opportunity for arguably the top pitching prospect in all of baseball. Syndergaard posted a 1.82 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 34:8 K:BB in his first five starts for Triple-A Las Vegas this season, and while fellow prospect Steven Matz has also fared extremely well, GM Sandy Alderson said Syndergaard's experience gave him the edge.
May 7 2015Syndergaard had his third straight dominant outing, allowing two runs on five hits with no walks and eight strikeouts in eight innings.In those three starts, Syndergaard has allowed just the two runs on 11 hits and two walks with 27 strikeouts in 22 innings. The Mets kick off 20 games in 20 days starting Friday, May 8 and could use a spot-starter for an outing or two in that stretch. Syndergaard may be promoted to fill that role.
May 7 2015Syndergaard's experience at Triple-A gives him the edge over Steven Matz to be called up the next time the Mets need a spot-starter, Newsday reports.Syndergaard, who is coming off a pair of dominant outings and was named PCL Pitcher of the Week, is in his second year at this level while Matz is in his first, giving him the edge. The Mets kick off a span of 20 games in 20 days Friday, which could prompt the team to go with a six-man rotation once or twice, enabling Syndergaard to make a spot-start or two.
May 2 2015Syndergaard had his second straight dominant effort, throwing seven shutout innings, allowing just four hits with two walks and 10 strikeouts Saturday.Syndergaard has been unstoppable since returning from his illness and appears to be fully healthy after missing time this spring with forearm stiffness. It's only a matter of time before Syndergaard gets a call up, which should come sometime this summer.
Apr 27 2015Syndergaard was dominant in his Monday start after getting scratched Friday due to food poisoning.Syndergaard allowed just two hits while tossing a seven-inning complete game shutout in the first game of a double-header against Albuquerque. He threw 83 pitches (62 strikes), walking none while striking out nine.
Apr 23 2015Syndergaard has been scratched from his Friday start for Triple-A Las Vegas due to an illness, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.Syndergaard's illness shouldn't cost him beyond one start unless it turns out to be serious. The top prospect hasn't been overly impressive in his first two starts this season, allowing four runs in just 7.2 innings while striking out seven. However, he remains one of the top options to join the starting rotation should an injury occur.
Apr 19 2015Syndergaard lasted just 3.2 innings Saturday, allowing two runs on two hits and five walks while throwing 82 pitches.Syndergaard is struggling with his command, which could be a result of his layoff late this spring due to the mild ankle injury and forearm stiffness. So far, there have not been any reports that his pitching arm is bothering him, meaning that his struggles are not injury-related.
Apr 13 2015Syndergaard (forearm) allowed three runs - two earned - on seven hits and one walk while striking out two over four innings in his season debut Monday.Syndergaard pitched Triple-A Las Vegas' fifth game of the year and was limited to 60 pitches due to forearm tightness that bothered him this spring. He threw 37 of his 54 pitches for strikes and left on the long side of a 7-3 score.
Apr 2 2015Syndergaard is set to open the season in Triple-A Las Vegas' rotation.Syndergaard should be 100% after taking a ball off his ankle two weeks. That incident prompted his earlier than expected demotion, because if he landed on the disabled list, it would have given him major league service time. Syndergaard should be up some time in 2015, dependent on how well he pitches.
Mar 20 2015Syndergaard, who was supposed to start Saturday against the Tigers, was optioned by the Mets to their minor-league camp Friday, ESPN New York reports.The timing of and not the move itslef is a bit of a suprise. Syndergaard was still ticketed to open 2015 in the minors, even with the loss of Zack Wheeler (torn UCL) for the season. But nothing would have precluded the Mets from keeping him up a bit longer. If Syndergaard pitches like most believe he is capable, look for him to be back by summer time.
Mar 20 2015Syndergaard (ankle), who was supposed to start Saturday against the Tigers, was optioned by the Mets to their minor-league camp Friday, ESPN New York reports.The timing of the move is service time related. Syndergaard was still ticketed to open 2015 in the minors, even with the loss of Zack Wheeler (torn UCL) for the season. He took a ball off his ankle Thursday, which is not believed to be serious. However, if Syndergaard stayed, he could have got MLB time if a disabled list stint was needed. If Syndergaard pitches like most believe he is capable, look for him to be back by summer time.
Mar 16 2015Syndergaard is still ticketed to open 2015 in the minors, even with the loss of Zack Wheeler (torn UCL) for the season, ESPN New York reports.Dillon Gee will replace Wheeler in the rotation, which means that Syndergaard open 2015 back at Triple-A Las Vegas. After a solid outing last Wednesday, Syndergaard struggled Tuesday, allowing two runs in two innings. If Syndergaard is down just a few weeks, the Mets get one more year of control, and if he stays down until the summer, the Mets delay his arb clock by one year. Syndergaard is expected to be up sometime this year, the only question is when.
Mar 11 2015Syndergaard allowed just one hit and struck out five in 2.2 scoreless innings Wednesday.Syndergaard struggled in his first outing last Friday, so it was good to see him get back on the beam Wednesday. He will follow Matt Harvey for the third straight time when he pitches Monday. Syndergaard is still slated to open the season at Triple-A Las Vegas.
Nov 20 2014The Mets added Syndergaard to their 40-man roster Thursday.Syndergaard is the Mets' top prospect, so his addition to the 40-man roster comes as no surprise. He posted a 4.60 ERA and a 145:43 K:BB ratio in 133 innings over 26 starts with Triple-A Las Vegas last season.
Sep 8 2014Syndergaard saw enough action this year whereby his 2015 innings cap will rise to 185-190 innings, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.Syndergaard pitched 138.2 innings this season after throwing 124 in 2013. He likely could have pitched 15-20 more this year, but the Mets elected not to promote him following the conclusion of the season at Triple-A Las Vegas.
Sep 7 2014Syndergaard will not be promoted to the majors, ESPN New York reports.Syndergaard was hit hard in his start for Triple-A Las Vegas in a postseason loss, and even though the 51s are done for the year, he will not be promoted to the big leagues. Syndergaard pitched 138 innings, compared to 124.2 last season, so he could make a few appearances in the majors without issue, but the Mets have opted not to promote him. He will need to be added to the 40-man roster by November 20 to protect him from the Rule 5 draft, which is a foregone conclusion. Syndergaard finishes the year with a 4.60 ERA and 1.48 WHIP, but pitched better than that, as evidenced by his 3.20 FIP while getting hurt by a .383 BABIP.
Aug 24 2014Syndergaard is unlikely to make his MLB debut this season, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.Syndergaard is being held to an as-yet-to-be-announced innings cap this season, but with the 21-year-old covering 124.1 frames over 24 starts at Triple-A Las Vegas, manager Terry Collins suggested the pitcher won't throw many more innings. While a Sept. 1 call-up for Syndergaard would normally seem plausible even if only for a spot start or two, Las Vegas has qualified for the Pacific Coast League playoffs, complicating matters a bit. Collins has indicated in the past that he prefers not to have Syndergaard stay with the major league club only for a brief cameo, so it appears the talented right-hander will have to set his sights at making his major league debut early in 2015.
Aug 23 2014Syndergaard, after ripping off three straight excellent starts and fueling speculation he could be promoted, has been up-and-down his last three outings.Syndergaard allowed three runs in 6.1 innings on August 12, two runs in just five innings on August 17 and five earned runs in six innings Friday. That inconsistency and inability to go deep in games could result in him remaining in the minors and not getting an expected September call up.
Aug 10 2014Syndergaard could be an option to start Tuesday in place of Jacob deGrom (shoulder), Newsday's Marc Carig reports.The team hasn't acknowledged as much, but Syndergaard is lined up to toe the rubber Tuesday for Triple-A Las Vegas, so he's an obvious candidate. Rafael Montero is on the 40-man roster, unlike Syndergaard, and is an option as well. Syndergaard has given up just three earned runs in his last four outings with Las Vegas.
Jul 24 2014Syndergaard had his second solid outing out of his last three starts Tuesday, throwing 6.1 shutout innings, allowing four hits and three walks while striking out five.There are some whispers around the Mets organization that Syndergaard could be an August call up, possibly taking the spot of Bartolo Colon, if he is traded. Nothing is set in stone, but Syndergaard has looked a lot better recently, re-establishing his prospect status, which had dimmed a bit with his struggles earlier in the season.
Jul 17 2014Syndergaard, coming off what might have been his best outing of the year and a save in the Futures Game, was hit hard Thursday.Syndergaard gave up seven runs on nine hits and three walks with five strikeouts in just five innings. He gave up three runs in the first, two in the second and two in the fifth. Syndergaard looked to have turned the corner, allowing just one run in his last start, but took a step back Thursday.
Jul 2 2014Syndergaard struggled again Tuesday, allowing five runs in 3.2 innings, bloating his season ERA to 5.70.It was reported earlier in the day Tuesday that Syndergaard might not be promoted at all this season to pitch for the Mets. Given his struggles and lack of progress to date, that isn't a surprise, as he has regressed, especially lately, allowing at least four runs in each of his last four starts, posting a 9.33 ERA. Syndergaard's issues may be partly impacted by the time he missed due to shoulder and elbow injuries and he likely would need to string together several good starts for him to get promotion consideration.
Jul 1 2014Syndergaard may not pitch for the Mets this season, according to manager Terry Collins, The Record's Matt Ehalt reports. "There's a possibility you might not see him," Collins said of the Mets' top pitching prospect.He has a 5.35 ERA with Triple-A Las Vegas, and while it's not an ideal pitching environment, those who own Syndergaard in deeper leagues were likely expecting more from him in the first half with the expectation he might force the Mets to call him up. He dealt with a shoulder injury earlier this season, which set him back, and while he remains a top-shelf pitching prospect, those in single-season leagues may want to cut ties at this point.
Jun 21 2014Syndergaard allowed five runs on six hits and no walks with seven strikeouts in 6.2 innings Saturday.Despite the five runs allowed, it was a very encouraging outing for Syndergaard. He surrendered three runs, including a two run home run, in the first but then retired 16 straight. Syndergaard tired in the seventh, allowing a two-run home run and was removed with two on and two out before Chase Bradford quashed the threat. The outing was Syndergaard's longest since early-May and just his second since his left shoulder injury.
Jun 17 2014Syndergaard (shoulder) returned to action Monday for Triple-A Las Vegas, allowing four runs on seven hits and one walk with three strikeouts over four innings.Syndergaard needed 73 pitches to get through the four innings, but if there is a silver lining to the outing, he appeared to be healthy. Assuming he remains so, due to the forearm strain and shoulder injuries, his timetable to join the Mets may be pushed back. That could result in an August and not July promotion.
Jun 15 2014Syndergaard (shoulder) will come off the 7-day DL to pitch Monday for Triple-A Las Vegas, ESPN New York's Adam Rubin reports.Syndergaard has dealt with both a forearm strain and a sprained shoulder over the last couple of weeks, but neither resulted in a significant absence for the Mets' prized pitching prospect. The 21-year-old has posted a 4.47 ERA and 1.49 WHIP over 11 starts with Las Vegas, numbers that are actually respectable by the standards of the hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League.
Jun 6 2014X-Rays and a CT scan on Syndergaard's left shoulder came back negative and he has been diagnosed with has a sprained A/C joint, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.The prescription is rest for 5-7 days. It looks like the Mets and Syndergaard dodged a potential major injury after he fell while covering home plate Thursday in his first start after returning from a flexor pronator strain in his pitching elbow.
Jun 5 2014Syndergaard, making his first start after missing time due to a flexor pronator strain in his pitching elbow, left Thursday's outing after injuring his left shoulder/collarbone while trying to cover home on a wild pitch, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports.Syndergaard fell over and collided with the runner coming home, injuring the shoulder. He reportedly was in a lot of pain and likely will undergo either an MRI or X-Ray to determine the extent of the injury.
May 30 2014Syndergaard (forearm) has been playing long toss and is expected to resume pitching for Triple-A Las Vegas next Thursday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.The Mets' top pitching prospect is currently on the DL with a flexor pronator strain, but it sounds like Syndergaard will get back onto a mound in the coming days and return to active competition next week. An MRI earlier in the week came back negative, but the injury certainly provided a scare.
May 27 2014Syndergaard's right elbow MRI came back clean, ESPN New York reports.Syndergaard was placed on the 7-day DL at Triple-A Las Vegas with a flexor pronator strain Monday. He flew to New York for the MRI, which fortunately came back clean, but no specific word has been given as to how long he will be out or what his rehab will entail.
May 26 2014Syndergaard has been placed on the 7-day DL at Triple-A Las Vegas with a flexor pronator strain. He's been sent back to New York to be examined by team doctors, David Lennon of Newsday reports.Given the nature of the injury, the Mets will likely take a close look at Syndergaard's elbow. Once the results of the tests are revealed, a timetable for his return should become much more clear.
May 1 2014Syndergaard had his best start of the season, allowing just an unearned run on four hits and two walks while striking out seven in seven innings Wednesday.Syndergaard had struggled a bit prior to Wednesday's start, but was able to put it all together. With the Mets' starting pitching handling their own and the team not wanting to lose a year of arbitration, the plan still is for Syndergaard to get called up sometime this summer.
Apr 19 2014Syndergaard struggled Saturday, allowing six runs - four earned - on six hits and three walks with three strikeouts in just four innings.Syndergaard's commando and control were off, as 35 of his 86 pitches were for balls, and that issue resulted in hitters counts that were taken advantage of by El Paso. The Mets have challenged Syndergaard to be more aggressive, and until that happens, along with the Super-2 deadline passes, he will remain at Las Vegas.
Apr 7 2014Syndergaard won his Triple-A debut, allowing two runs on six hits and a walk while striking out five.Syndergaard will have his innings and possibly his pitch count limited in the minors so the Mets can utilize him the second half of the year in the majors. He threw just 76 pitches - 51 for strikes - in his debut and will likely be capped for the most part at six-inning outings for the 51s.
Mar 20 2014The Mets plan to limit Syndergaard to 150 innings in 2014 with most of those in the majors once he is promoted, ESPN New York reports.The Mets will use a variety of ways to accomplish that goal including: limiting him to five innings or 60 pitches at Triple-A, utilizing him out of the pen in lieu of some starts and a six-man rotation for the 51s. Syndergaard will likely be promoted in mid-to-late June, the timing of which dependent on how well and much he has pitched in the minors and when the Mets save a year on arbitration.
Mar 18 2014Syndergaard has been reassigned to minor league camp.This was not an unexpected decision by the Mets, as Syndergaard, at 21 years old, has yet to pitch above the Double-A level in his career. However, the franchise's top prospect will most likely make his big league debut at some point this summer. Syndergaard owns a very strong 2.64 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 10.1 K/9 across four seasons down on the farm.
Mar 8 2014Syndergaard struggled in his second spring start Saturday, allowing two runs on a pair of hits and two walks with three strikeouts.Syndergaard's control issues - as he surrendered both walks - resulted in both runs scoring in the second. The experience he gains this spring will benefit him at Triple-A Las Vegas, where he will start the season, and ultimately when he gets called back up to the majors.
Mar 3 2014Syndergaard allowed just one hit in two scoreless innings in his spring training debut Monday against the Braves.Syndergaard hit 98 on the gun and got five swings-and-misses in his outing. He is still slated to open 2014 at Triple-A but is doing his best to make the decision to send him down difficult.
Feb 28 2014Syndergaard was impressive in an intrasquad game Thursday, allowing one run on four hits in two innings while striking out five and hitting 98 on the gun.Syndergaard also unleased the "hook from hell," as manager Terry Collins calls his curveball. Syndergaard will pitch against the Braves on Monday and his outing Thursday has already opened some eyes and started early buzz that he should be one of the team's five starters to open the season, but that is an extreme longshot.
Jan 22 2014Syndergaard's 2014 inning-cap will be lower than Zack Wheeler last season and Matt Harvey in 2012, ESPN New York reports.All outings considered, Syndergaard tallied only 124 2/3 innings last season, which is considerably fewer than either Wheeler (149) or Harvey (135.1) threw in the seasons before they debuted in the majors with the Mets. With the Mets expected to only allow Syndergaard to have a jump of 30-35 innings, that makes his cap around 160 innings this season. One possibility being discussed in order to allow Syndergaard to throw deep into September is to have him pitch in relief when he is first promoted, a strategy the Cardinals have employed well.
Jun 23 2013Syndergaard allowed two runs on five hits while striking out seven over six innings in his Double-A Binghamton debut.Syndergaard relied mostly on his fastball, while mixing in the occasional curveball and change-up to dominate Erie. The buzz around Syndergaard is starting to build and many believe he can make a push to join Matt Harvey and Zack Wheeler in the majors next season.
Apr 18 2013Syndergaard was rocked Thursday night in his start against Fort Myers, lasting just three innings and giving up seven earned runs on eight hits. He walked two and struck out two.You can't blame him for Miguel Sano homering off him, but he allowed three other extra-base hits in this contest. Syndergaard pitched well in his first two outings this year, so look for him to get back on track his next time out.
Apr 18 2013Noah Syndergaard was rocked on Thursday night in his start against Fort Myers.Syndergaard lasted just three innings and allowed seven earned runs on eight hits. He walked two, struck out two, and allowed a home run to Miguel Sano. You can't blame him for Sano, but he allowed three other extra-base hits in this contest. It was a shaky outing for Syndergaard and brought his ERA on the season to 6.75. It wasn't a good day for Mets prospects in the R.A. Dickey trade at all today. At least Syndergaard is still healthy.