The New York Mets are awaiting test results after right-handed pitcher Griffin Canning collapsed during a game Thursday night, sparking concerns of a possible Achilles injury. The 28-year-old crumpled to the ground after fielding a comebacker in the third inning against the Atlanta Braves. Though he was able to walk off under his own power, the team quickly removed him from the game, and he\u2019s now scheduled for an MRI to determine the severity of the injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The incident marks another blow to the Mets’ already depleted starting rotation, which is currently missing Kodai Senga, Tylor Megill, and Sean Manaea due to various injuries. Canning, who has played a crucial role in keeping the staff afloat, had thrown 2\u2154 scoreless innings before going down. Team officials acknowledged postgame that the situation \u201cdidn\u2019t look good,\u201d with early signs pointing to a possible torn Achilles\u2014an injury that could end his season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite the setback, the Mets managed to shut out the Braves 4\u20130 in a key division matchup. Reliever Austin Warren, who was called up just hours before the game, stepped in and delivered 2\u2153 strong innings in relief, helping stabilize the bullpen. Offensively, Pete Alonso delivered a clutch RBI single, and Jeff McNeil provided breathing room with a two-run single in the eighth inning. The win pushed New York back into first place in the National League East with a 48\u201334 record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As the team awaits confirmation on Canning\u2019s injury, manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledged the potential impact but praised his team\u2019s ability to stay focused. \u201cYou never want to see that happen to a teammate,\u201d Mendoza said. \u201cBut these guys showed heart. They stepped up, and they had Griffin\u2019s back.\u201d Depending on test results, the Mets may be forced to consider external pitching options as the trade deadline approaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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