Mets' Luis Robert Jr. Awaits MRI Results

0:00It's April 30th. This is MLB News Today, powered by AI, you're around the Diamond Upting. I'm Cory with the story. Met Center Field or Luis Robert Jr. missed his third straight game Wednesday against the Nationals, dealing with lower back tightness and the team. Sent him for an MRI to check the damage. Acquired from the Chicago White Sox back in January, the 28-year-old started hot, but has struggled lately, going 5 for 38 over. His last 10 games after a strong 2-9-8 average early on. Overall, he's batting 2-2-4 with two homers and 8 RBI's this season. Manager Carlos Mendoza said Robert did not improve after treatment, so they're waiting on the MRI results to decide if he goes on the injured list, or stays day-to-day. Mendoza admitted concern given Robert's injury history, including limited play the past two years, with hip and hamstring issues. Meanwhile, injuries keep stacking up for the meds, who sit at 10-19 after a recent win.

1:01Star Shortstop Francisco Lindor has a calf strain and wears a boot until mid-May. First baseman Jorge Palanco deals with wrist and heel problems on. The 10-day list and pitcher Cody Senga landed on the 15-day list with back inflammation. Reliever A.J. Mentor eyes an early May return from surgery, and outfielder Tommy FAM chose free agency over a triple A demotion. The meds hope Robert's issue proves minor, so he can give back swinging soon and help turn their rough start around.