Jacob DeGrom Gets Positive Arm Injury Update By New York Mets

It's tough to say at the moment when Jacob deGrom is going to return. Considering that the Mets are at the top of their division without him, they could decide to hold him out longer than people think.

The initial announcement that came from the New York Mets was that he would be back within the next two-three months, with that now being the next one-two months.

"Jacob deGrom underwent an MRI today that revealed a stress reaction on his scapula that has caused inflammation in the area. The immediate prescription is for Jake to discontinue throwing for up to 4 weeks and then reimage the area. At that time, we’ll update the plan of care."

What the New York Mets have been able to do without Jacob deGrom is simply mindblowing. Yes, they went out and made some great moves in the offseason including the additions of multiple elite hitters and Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt, but being 18-9 without your best arm is impressive and isn't getting talked about nearly enough.

The Mets can 100% keep playing the way they have without him despite deGrom being the best pitcher in baseball. The Mets are nearly top-5 in every offensive category, including second in team batting average at .257. They've also done a great job on the mound without him as their team ERA is 3.21.