Starter for the New York Mets updates the team following a concerning injury.

This starter for the New York Mets gave an update on his condition following a worrying injury on Friday. For the New York Mets and their injured starter, it’s reasonable to assume that this is the best-case situation. On Friday night, right-hander Paul Blackburn was hit by a line drive in the third inning, forcing him out of his most recent appearance.

The right-hander might be able to make his next appearance in the rotation on Thursday against the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to a number of reports. In the event that Blackburn is unable to make his next start, right-hander Tylor Megill appears to be a strong contender to be called up from Triple-A Syracuse to cover. At the trade deadline, Blackburn was acquired by the Mets from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for minor league pitcher Kade Morris.

In five starts with New York, the 30-year-old has a 5.18 ERA in 24.1 innings. However, he has allowed just one run in three different starts. His last outing, which was cut short due to injury, as well as a start against his former team in Oakland, ballooned his ERA as he gave up 11 runs across 6.1 innings.

The Mets are hoping the veteran hurler will not have to miss extended time.