Brett Baty’s Knee Injury Update
It seems like Brett Baty’s left knee has managed to avoid serious issues.
While he was not included in the Mets’ starting lineup on Friday, interim manager Andy Green mentioned he might be available off the bench if needed for the Subway Series opener at Yankee Stadium.
However, Baty didn’t step onto the field during the Mets’ 6-4 loss.
The young player experienced discomfort in his knee after sprinting to first base in Wednesday’s game.
A day later, he underwent an MRI, which thankfully showed no signs of structural damage.
Green also pointed out that, regardless of the injury, Baty would have been absent from the starting lineup on Friday due to the presence of left-hander Carlos Rodón on the mound for the Yankees.
Reflecting on the significance of the matchup, Green praised MLB for scheduling the Mets and Yankees to face off on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
“I watched part of the documentary earlier today and honestly found myself crying during the Mike Piazza home run segment, as it brought back so many memories of how baseball meant more than just a game,” Green shared. “There are moments when sports go beyond entertainment, and this was one of those moments that contributed significantly to our nation’s healing process following that day.”
Green, who was playing in Class-A on September 11, 2001, recalled his feelings from that day. “I woke up expecting to play, but then realized how drastically insignificant my previous concerns felt,” he reflected.
Nate Lavender’s remarkable scoreless streak to start his major league career, which lasted 14 innings, came to an end on Wednesday when he allowed three earned runs in the ninth inning against the Marlins.
Interestingly, Green was not disheartened that the streak had ended.
“Honestly, I’m glad he gave up a run this year,” Green remarked. “That’s just how big league baseball works.”
Of the 176 players in history who have suited up for both the Mets and Yankees, there are currently five on the active rosters: Juan Soto, Devin Williams, Paul Blackburn, Amed Rosario, and Ali Sanchez.
