Deemed day-to-day Mets manager Luis Rojas announced following the team's 3-0 loss to the Phillies on Sunday that Baez is day-to-day after exiting the contest in the fifth inning with left hip tightn... Impact When Baez limped back to the dugout after tweaking his hip during his second plate appearance of the afternoon, Rojas said he initially feared the 28-year-old could be dealing with an injury similar the oblique issue that has kept Francisco Lindor sidelined for the past three weeks. Fortunately for Baez, team trainers are optimistic he's dealing with a lesser concern than Lindor, but that doesn't mean that Baez is out of the woods when it comes to a potential trip to the injured list. Baez will likely be re-evaluated following Monday's off day before the Mets make a formal decision on whether or not an IL stint will be necessary. With Luis Guillorme (hamstring) and Lindor both on the shelf, Jonathan Villar is the next man up for everyday duties at shortstop if Baez misses time.
AUGUST 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
