Jon Niese yielded two runs in 5 2/3 innings in a loss to the Cubs on Saturday.

He struck out five. Niese allowed six hits and four walks, so it wasn't pretty, but he kept his team in the ballgame. However, a two-run single by opposing pitcher Scott Feldman in the fourth inning was enough to put him on the losing side. The southpaw has allowed two earned runs or fewer in each of his last five starts and now owns a 4.15 ERA on the year. He'll face the Braves next week in Atlanta.

Jon Niese allowed three runs -- two earned -- over 6 2/3 innings Sunday in a no-decision against the Marlins.

The Mets lost the game 8-4 in extra innings. Niese did his part, scattering eight hits and striking out four batters while issuing only one walk. The left-hander was scratched from his previous turn in New York's starting rotation because of shoulder discomfort. He will take the mound again Saturday against the Cubs.

Jon Niese (shoulder) reported feeling "really good" after throwing a bullpen session Wednesday.

Niese was scratched from his previous turn in the Mets' starting rotation due to shoulder discomfort, but an MRI taken last week showed only inflammation and the big left-hander is beginning to feel normal again. He is scheduled to start Saturday against the Marlins.

Jon Niese (shoulder) is expected to start Saturday against the Marlins.

Niese was scheduled to start Friday, but he'll get an extra day of rest as he recovers from shoulder tendinitis. The Mets want to see Niese make it through a full bullpen session Wednesday before he's cleared to return.

Jon Niese (shoulder) is expected to rejoin the Mets' starting rotation next Friday against the Marlins.

An MRI on Niese's left shoulder revealed only inflammation, so the injury isn't considered a high-level concern. Collin McHugh will take his spot in the rotation for now. Niese will need to make it through a bullpen session Tuesday before he's cleared to return.

Jon Niese said Thursday that an MRI on his left shoulder revealed only inflammation.

Niese has had trouble recovering over his last handful of starts, so the Mets didn't want to take any chances. The southpaw hopes to miss only one start, but it all depends on how his shoulder responds once he resumes throwing. Collin McHugh will fill his rotation spot for the time being.

Jon Niese was diagnosed with left shoulder tendinitis and will be reevaluated in 10 days.

Niese has been dealing with the issue over his past couple of starts and will shut it down for the time being. No word yet on if he'll be placed on the disabled list, but a move appears likely. Collin McHugh will take his spot in the rotation for now, though Zack Wheeler appears on track to make his major league debut in mid-June.

Jon Niese has been scratched from Saturday's start against the Marlins due to a shoulder issue.

No word on the severity of the issue or if he'll require a stint on the disabled list. Collin McHugh will make the start in his place.

Jon Niese yielded one run and eight hits in seven innings against the Yankees on Monday.

Niese has turned things around nicely his last three starts, though he has just one win to show for it. His ERA should keep coming down, but as poor as the Mets are, he may not be very valuable in shallow mixed leagues at any point.

Jonathon Niese allowed three runs -- none earned -- through six innings in the Mets' loss to the Reds on Tuesday.

Niese has consecutive starts in his last two outings. The left-hander allowed five hits and three walks on the night, striking out seven. He hasn't fully turned the corner yet, but he's looking better than he did in his first two May starts. He'll start again on Monday against the Yankees.