Mets’ Edwin Díaz Accepts 10-Game Suspension

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New York Mets pitcher Edwin Díaz will not appeal his 10-game suspension. He broke Major League Baseball’s rules about using foreign substances. This decision was shared by Mets manager Carlos Mendoza on Tuesday. The Mets will play the New York Yankees at home in a two-game series.

Díaz was thrown out of the game before pitching in the ninth inning of the Mets’ 5-2 win over the Chicago Cubs. The umpire saw a dark brown substance on Díaz’s thumb and fingers. Díaz said it was a mix of rosin, sweat, and dirt. However, MLB rules meant an automatic 10-game suspension.

Manager Carlos Mendoza said, “We want to move on from it. We don’t want this cloud to be hanging over the team for too long. And we decided it was best.” Because of this, Díaz will miss games against the Yankees, Astros, Nationals, and Pirates. He will be back by July 5.

The Mets now have to find new ways to win without their star closer. “We’re pretty sure we’re going to have to reshuffle some things here,” Mendoza said. The team will use different players like Reed Garrett, Adam Ottavino, Drew Smith, and Jake Diekman to fill in for Díaz. 

They might also send Tylor Megill and David Peterson to the minor leagues to manage their bullpen.

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The Mets are also thinking about adding Christian Scott as a starter. Scott was sent to the minor leagues recently but has been working hard on his pitching. The Mets have a long stretch of 17 games coming up and need more depth in their pitching.

Starling Marte, another key player, needs 15 days of rest because of a knee injury. Marte has been important for the team’s offense this season. With Marte out, players like Tyrone Taylor and DJ Stewart will need to step up. The Mets might also call up players from the minor leagues to help.

The Mets are dealing with a lot of changes. They have been planning different ways to make their team strong. With Díaz’s suspension and Marte’s injury, they might send a couple of pitchers to the minor leagues. Dedniel Nunez and Danny Young, who have played well, might get more chances. Reed Garrett might also be used more in tough situations without Díaz.

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The Mets’ pitching strategy is very important. Moving Luis Severino to pitch against the Cubs was a good choice. Severino did very well with six scoreless innings. This decision worked well because the Cubs do not hit well against right-handed pitchers.

J.D. Martinez has been a big help in the Mets’ clubhouse. Brandon Nimmo praised Martinez’s hard work and preparation. “He’s continually trying to master and knows that he’ll never get to the end of that but is constantly pursuing being a better version of himself,” Nimmo said. 

The Mets will face more challenges without Starling Marte. Marte has been a big part of the team with seven home runs and 12 stolen bases this season. With Marte out, the Mets will need help from players like Tyrone Taylor and DJ Stewart. They might also move Jeff McNeil to the outfield and call up players from the minor leagues.

Even with these challenges, the Mets’ lineup has been strong. Most of their regular players have been performing well. The team has also used players like Jose Iglesias to help when needed. They might call up Brett Baty and prospect Luisangel Acuña from the minors to help too.

Bettors should watch the MLB odds as the Mets work through this tough time. The team’s ability to adapt and manage its roster will be key to their success.