New York Mets starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (oblique) said he felt "much, much better" after throwing a bullpen session on Tuesday. He's now scheduled to throw another bullpen on Friday. Carrasco was placed on the 15-day injured list with a strained left oblique last week, but he appears to be making good progress. He was initially expected to miss three to four weeks, so it remains to be seen if he'll be sent on a minor league rehab assignment after he completes a couple bullpen sessions. ...