Mets Director of Baseball Operations David Stearns was asked why there have been so many major arm injuries recently and why pitchers have been sidelined.
“I wish there was a reason,” Stearns said before Tuesday’s game against the Pirates. “I think this is a very complex issue and a really important issue.” [and] This is one of the most important issues our industry has faced over the years.I’m glad it’s now having the discussion it deserves, but I think we probably need to bring all the parties together [in MLB] This issue has reached a point where it’s a concern for all of us, so we’re talking about trying to do something about it. ”
Coach Stearns also had no idea that this issue would become an important topic of discussion after the game. Pirates’ promising rookie right-hander Jared Jones pulled away after a dominant start at Citi Field after throwing just five innings and 59 pitches, and the Mets bounced back with a 3-1 victory in the middle of an encouraging series sweep. Ta.
The 22-year-old, who reached speeds of 160 mph on the radar gun, allowed just one runner but appeared to be just going.
