DeGrom (side) is expected to pitch somewhere Tuesday, but whether that comes against the Rockies or in a rehab game remains to be seen, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

DeGrom was originally expected to miss just one turn in the rotation while dealing with side soreness, but he threw a rehab game Thursday rather than return to the big-league rotation. Previous reports indicated he'd return to the active roster Tuesday, but it looks as though the Mets have yet to make a decision about their ace's immediate future.

DeGrom (side) is expected to make his next start in the majors after completing a successful rehab start Thursday, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 32-year-old threw 41 pitches over three scoreless frames in a rehab start with Low-A St. Lucie on Thursday, and he's now poised to rejoin the Mets' rotation for his next outing. If he remains on a five-day pitching schedule, deGrom will be activated from the injured list and take the mound Tuesday at home versus the Rockies

DeGrom (side) threw 41 pitches and struck out eight across three scoreless innings in a rehab outing with Low-A St. Lucie on Thursday, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports.

EDGE Analysis

DeGrom also reportedly hit 102 mph with his fastball. The outing was certainly a strong step toward his return from the injured list, though it's unclear whether the team will want him to complete another rehab outing prior to being activated.

DeGrom (side) played catch Wednesday and will make a rehab start for Low-A St. Lucie on Thursday, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports.

EDGE Analysis

DeGrom threw a bullpen session Tuesday, but the team wants to see him face hitters before he's cleared to return to the Mets' rotation. The right-hander has been progressing well in his recovery, and if all goes well in his rehab start, he should make his return from the 10-day injured list as soon as May 25 against the Rockies.

DeGrom (side) felt good following a bullpen session Tuesday, but the Mets wouldn't commit to activating him off the injured list when first eligible Friday against the Marlins, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

DeGrom has missed two of his last three turns in the rotation, though the Mets remain confident his side issue isn't a major problem, something an MRI confirmed last week. It's possible he's activated for Friday's start, but manager Luis Rojas mentioned other options such as another bullpen session or a rehab game. The team will likely provide an update Wednesday once it's clear how deGrom's side responded to Tuesday's session.

DeGrom (side) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Tuesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 32-year-old was able to play catch Friday and will return to mound work Tuesday, one week after being placed on the injured list. DeGrom could return from the injured list Friday in Miami if all goes well during the bullpen session.

DeGrom (side) played catch Friday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

DeGrom was placed on the injured list Tuesday, meaning he's set to miss his second turn out of three in the rotation due to a side issue. An MRI revealed no injury or even inflammation, and the Mets appear optimistic that he'll return when first eligible next Friday. The fact that he's still able to throw reinforces that idea, though the Mets haven't officially set a date for his return.

DeGrom (side) showed no injury or inflammation in his MRI results, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The righty ace went to the injured list merely as a precaution and, according to the Mets, to ensure his mechanics aren't negatively impacted by his pitching through the tightness. The encouraging MRI results reinforce that deGrom will likely stay on the IL for the minimum of 10 days and return May 21.

The Mets plan to place deGrom (side) on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Though the MRI deGrom required following his early exit from Sunday's start against the Diamondbacks revealed no structural issues or long-term concerns, the Mets seem content to err on the side of caution and shut the right-hander down for the week. Assuming his injured right side shows improvement over the next few days while he rests up, deGrom looks like he'll be on track to return from the IL when first eligible May 21 or shortly thereafter.

The Mets are optimistic deGrom (side) won't require a stint on the 10-day injured list after the right-hander received a positive initial prognosis after undergoing an MRI on Sunday, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

DeGrom was lifted after five innings during his start Sunday against the Diamondbacks due to right side tightness, an injury that previously resulted in him being scratched from his previously scheduled outing earlier in the week. At this stage, the Mets aren't certain if deGrom will be ready to make his next turn through the rotation in Tampa Bay during the upcoming weekend, but if not, he's unlikely to require much longer than the typical four days' rest between starts. The Mets have off days coming Monday and Thursday, so the Mets could get by with a shortened rotation until next week if deGrom requires more time to heal up from the side injury.