Mets’ Griffin Canning Injures Ankle, Further Strains Pitching Staff

The New York Mets pulled off a 4-0 win over the Atlanta Braves on Thursday night. But now they’re staring down a serious problem after pitcher Griffin Canning went down with what looks like a major Achilles injury.

This blog post digs into what happened, what it could mean for the Mets’ season, and how they might try to push through yet another blow to their starting rotation.

Griffin Canning’s Injury: When and How It Happened

The injury happened in the third inning. Canning was moving left to field a ground ball and, as he lunged, he started favoring his right leg.

He hopped and then just collapsed. Teammates and trainers rushed over—it was clear something was wrong.

Early Signs Point to Major Damage

Afterward, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Canning would get an MRI soon. Mendoza didn’t sugarcoat it—he said the injury “looks serious,” and there’s real worry Canning could be out for a while, just as the Mets are fighting to stay in the NL East race.

• Pitching Before the Injury: Canning looked sharp before leaving, giving up just one hit over three innings and striking out three.
• Contract and Seasonal Stats: He signed a one-year, $4.25 million deal this offseason and has been key, going 7-3 with a 3.77 ERA in 16 starts.

A Rotation Under Siege: Mets’ Mounting Injury Woes

Canning’s injury is just the latest in a string of problems for the Mets’ pitching staff. In the last couple of weeks, they’ve lost ace Kodai Senga and Tylor Megill to injuries, leaving the rotation in rough shape.

Things got worse when Sean Manaea, who was almost ready to return from an oblique injury, found out he’s got a bone chip in his elbow.

Bright Spots Amid the Chaos

There was at least one good thing this week: Frankie Montas came back from a lat injury. He threw five scoreless innings against the Braves and, honestly, the timing couldn’t have been better.

• Sean Manaea’s Setback: Manaea looked close to rejoining the team, but an elbow issue stopped his comeback cold.
• Frankie Montas Returns: Montas’ strong outing Thursday is a rare bit of relief for a rotation that’s hanging by a thread.

Manager Carlos Mendoza’s Strategic Challenge

Manager Carlos Mendoza has his hands full. He admitted Canning’s injury is a tough blow and you could tell he felt for the guy, but he didn’t dwell—he’s already thinking about how to patch things up for the weeks ahead.

Options and Future Outlook

The Mets might turn to their minor league arms or try to swing a trade for help, but that’s never easy in the middle of the season. Money’s tight and everyone wants pitching right now.

• Next Man Up: They’ll probably need to lean on depth starters or even some bullpen guys to eat up innings.
• Trade Considerations: Exploring outside options is on the table, but the market’s expensive and crowded.

What’s Next for the Mets?

The Mets are still reeling from Griffin Canning’s injury. How they adjust now could shape the rest of their season.

Their 4-0 shutout of Atlanta shows they’ve got some spark. But with star pitchers dropping, the challenges are piling up fast.

Everyone’s waiting for the MRI results on Canning’s Achilles. That news will probably decide if he’s done for the year or if there’s a slim chance he returns.

For now, fans might find a little hope in Frankie Montas’ strong comeback. There’s also the excitement of seeing younger players get their shot.

If Mendoza’s team can weather this storm, it’ll say a lot about their toughness. Not every club could handle this kind of pressure.

 
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