In a shocking development just hours before Game 4 of the National League Division Series (NLDS), the New York Mets announced that reliever Dedniel Núñez has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a sudden forearm injury. Núñez has been a key part of the Mets bullpen throughout the season, providing crucial innings in tight situations. His absence is a significant blow as the Mets prepare to host the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday.
The Mets currently lead the best-of-five series 2-1 and can advance to the National League Championship Series (NLCS) with a win. However, the loss of Núñez places additional pressure on the Mets’ bullpen, which has been a key factor in their postseason success so far. Núñez has been particularly effective in late-game scenarios, and manager Buck Showalter will need to reshuffle his bullpen options.
“We’re disappointed to lose Dedniel at this stage, but we have a resilient group,” Showalter said. “We’ve faced adversity all season, and we’ll find a way to get through this.”
Núñez had been one of the most reliable arms in the Mets’ bullpen, with a 2.68 ERA during the regular season and key outings in the NLDS. His sudden injury comes at a crucial moment in the series, as the Mets aim to close out the Phillies and advance to the NLCS for the first time since 2015.
Meanwhile, the Phillies will look to capitalize on Núñez’s absence as they fight to stay alive in the series. All eyes will be on how the Mets’ bullpen handles the pressure in his absence.
Game 4 is expected to be a tense, high-stakes affair, with both teams feeling the weight of the moment.
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