Mets Adjust Rotation as Griffin Canning Battles Illness; Roster Shuffle Looms After Siri's Injury

Rotation Adjustment

The New York Mets announced Tuesday that right-handed pitcher Griffin Canning (1-1, 4.20 ERA) will miss his scheduled Wednesday start against the Minnesota Twins due to illness. Manager Carlos Mendoza described the 28-year-old hurler as 'under the weather,' with his next start delayed 1-2 days pending recovery.

Siri's Injury Fallout

This development compounds roster challenges after outfielder Jose Siri's placement on the injured list with a fractured tibia sustained during Monday's series opener. The Mets must now make multiple roster moves:

• Activate a replacement pitcher for Wednesday's matinee
• Fill Siri's outfield spot
• Manage bullpen workload through the weekend series

Looking Ahead

Potential rotation candidates include:

1. Prospect call-up José Buttó (Triple-A Syracuse)
2. Bullpen game featuring multiple relievers
3. Short-notice start for Joey Lucchesi (last pitched April 12)

Mendoza emphasized: 'We're evaluating all options to maintain competitive balance. Griffin's health remains our priority, but we need tactical solutions for this AL Central matchup.'

The Twins (8-6) present particular challenges, ranking 4th in MLB with a .782 OPS against right-handed pitching this season. Canning's absence creates strategic complications for a Mets team looking to improve their 7-7 record in AL/NL interleague play.

Next Update: Medical staff will re-evaluate Canning Thursday morning, with roster moves expected to be finalized by 11 AM ET Wednesday.