Frankie Montas Injury Update: Mets Pitcher Faces 6-8 Week Shutdown Due to High-Grade Lat Strain

New York Mets pitcher Frankie Montas will be sidelined for 6-8 weeks due to a high-grade lat strain, impacting the team's season strategy.

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- The New York Mets' pitching rotation has hit a significant snag as right-hander Frankie Montas has been diagnosed with a high-grade lat strain. Manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed on Monday that Montas will be shut down for six to eight weeks, a move that could sideline him for a substantial portion of the 2025 season.

Montas, 31, began experiencing discomfort following his first side session of spring training last week. He is currently en route to New York to receive a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection, a treatment aimed at accelerating his recovery. However, given the shutdown timeline and the necessary buildup period after not throwing for at least six weeks, Montas is unlikely to return to the mound anytime soon.

Despite this setback, Mendoza remains optimistic about the team’s pitching depth. "We’ve got options. We’ve got depth. It’s still too early," Mendoza stated. The Mets’ strategy includes deploying a six-man rotation, with veterans like Paul Blackburn, Griffin Canning, and Tylor Megill competing for the final two spots.

Montas, who signed a two-year, $34 million contract with the Mets in December, is no stranger to injuries. A shoulder issue limited him to just 19 starts in 2022 and one outing in 2023. Last season, he posted a 4.84 ERA in 30 starts split between the Cincinnati Reds and Milwaukee Brewers.

Mendoza emphasized the importance of having a deep roster, especially during a grueling 162-game season. "We know that in order for us to get 162-plus, we need eight to 10 guys. And here we are. There's nothing new for us. Guys will step up. Guys will get opportunities. And we feel good with the options we have," he said.

As the Mets navigate this early-season challenge, the spotlight will be on the team’s ability to adapt and maintain their competitive edge despite Montas’ absence.

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