Steven Matz
P STL
Wed 9/14/16 1:32 PM

Matz (shoulder) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session Wednesday, but it remains unclear if he will be able to rejoin the rotation Sunday, the New York Times' James Wagner reports.
EDGE Analysis
With Rafael Montero getting banished to the bullpen, the hope is that Matz or Jacob deGrom can return from injury in time to take the vacated spot in the rotation Sunday against the Twins. More information regarding Matz's potential return date should be available later this week.

Steven Matz
P STL
Tue 9/13/16 6:19 PM

Matz (shoulder) is being considered to start Sunday's game against the Twins, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Mets vacated Rafael Montero's spot in the rotation after another rough outing, and Matz's return timetable could line up with that next scheduled start. It's unclear how far into the game manager Terry Collins would let the left-hander would pitch if he was selected, although there has been speculation that he could piggyback the start with Jacob deGrom (forearm). The Mets could also opt to start Noah Syndergaard on normal rest for that contest, but this convoluted situation should become clearer as the weekend approaches.

Steven Matz
P STL
Mon 9/12/16 4:55 PM

Matz (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Tuesday, Newsday's Marc Carig reports.
EDGE Analysis
Matz was able to throw off a mound over the weekend, and he will do so again Tuesday. He is making progress in his recovery, but it's not clear if Tuesday's outing will be his final hurdle to cross before rejoining the rotation.

Steven Matz
P STL
Fri 9/9/16 5:42 PM

Matz, sidelined with a strained shoulder, threw off flat ground Friday and will try to throw off a mound on Saturday, though there is no timetable for his return, SNY.TV reports.
EDGE Analysis
It sounds as if the Mets will be cautious with Matz rather than rushing him back, aided by the solid pitching of Seth Lugo and Robert Gsellman. If Matz has no issues Saturday, he could progress to a simulated game and then possible return to the rotation.

Steven Matz
P STL
Fri 9/2/16 4:16 PM

Matz (shoulder) will begin throwing Monday, Kristie Ackert of the New York Daily News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Fortunately, it appears that Matz is still on track to return this season. An approximate return for Matz will likely be known after he increases his baseball activity and progresses through his throwing program.

Steven Matz
P STL
Wed 8/31/16 1:44 PM

Matz (shoulder) will get another medical opinion Wednesday, but there are currently no plans to shut him down for the season, ESPN's Adam Rubin reports.
EDGE Analysis
The fact that he is getting a second opinion isn't a great sign, especially given the nature of the injury. While the team is saying they still expect Matz back this season, that could completely change following the results of Wednesday's evaluation, so stay tuned.

Steven Matz
P STL
Tue 8/30/16 4:16 PM

Matz (shoulder) has been scratched from his scheduled start Thursday, ESPN's Adam Rubin reports.
EDGE Analysis
Jacob deGrom will be moved up a day to start in place of Matz, who is still dealing with some irritation in his shoulder. According to , the Mets are hoping that Matz could return at some point next week. However, that may be overly optimistic given that manager Terry Collins was non-committal about Matz coming back to the rotation this season. A further update on Matz's status figures to be made available in a few days once he has a chance to rest and get treatment on his shoulder.

Steven Matz
P STL
Sun 8/28/16 5:00 PM

Matz (shoulder) is expected to return from the DL to start Thursday against the Marlins, ESPN.com's Adam Rubin reports.
EDGE Analysis
Matz has been sidelined since Aug. 14 with a strained shoulder, but he's progressed well in his recovery and if Tuesday's side session goes as anticipated, he'll be cleared to rejoin the rotation. Since rosters are set to expand Thursday, the Mets wouldn't need to make a corresponding roster move to accommodate Matz's return, which likely factored into manager Terry Collins' decision to schedule Matz for that day. The right-hander is expected to replace either Seth Lugo or Robert Gsellman in the club's rotation.

Steven Matz
P STL
Sun 8/28/16 9:27 AM

Matz is scheduled to throw off a mound Sunday for the first time since he landed on the disabled list with right shoulder discomfort. That session will determine if he is able to start Wednesday, ESPN New York reports.
EDGE Analysis
Seth Lugo is starting in Matz's spot Tuesday, affording the lefty one more day of rest. If Matz has any lingering discomfort from the throwing session, look for Bartolo Colon to start in his place Wednesday.

Steven Matz
P STL
Fri 8/26/16 4:31 PM

The Mets will make a decision on if Matz (shoulder) will start Tuesday following his throwing session Friday, Anthony DiComo of the MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
If Matz gets through it unscathed, he should be activated off the disabled list and start. If not. Seth Lugo, who started for Matz on Thursday, should replace him again in the rotation.