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Mets holding out hope Dedniel Nunez can pitch again this season
By Mike Puma,
3 hours ago
CHICAGO — Dedniel Nunez’s right forearm tightness was enough to place him on the injured list, but a day later, there was some level of optimism the right-hander’s season might not be over.
The rookie reliever returned to New York following the completion of the series in Arizona on Thursday.
Initially, the expectation was Nunez would receive an MRI exam on his forearm, but manager Carlos Mendoza said Friday, before his team’s 5-1 win over the White Sox , there was still discussion whether that step would be needed.
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“Now we’re kind of going back and forth whether he needs an MRI or not,” Mendoza said before the game. “Maybe we’ll wait a couple of days and see how he feels and get treatment after that.”
Mendoza said the team’s trainers believe the ulnar collateral ligament in Nunez’s forearm hasn’t been compromised and is “in a good spot.” Nunez will rest for a few days, then be evaluated.
“It could be a quick ramp up if everything comes out good,” Mendoza said.
Nunez returned from the IL last weekend (he was sidelined with forearm tightness) and after his first appearance had discomfort, leaving him unavailable to pitch in the series against the Diamondbacks.
Nunez has been among the best Mets relievers this season, with a 2.31 ERA in 25 appearances.
Christian Scott has begun throwing from a mound (only fastballs) and is expected to soon add his breaking pitches into the mix.
The right-hander remains a possibility to rejoin the Mets in some capacity as he rehabs from a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow.
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