The New York Mets remain competitive in the NL East, just two games behind the Philadelphia Phillies after breaking a four-game losing streak. They recently faced a tough stretch, being outscored 30-4 against the Pittsburgh Pirates before managing to salvage a doubleheader against the Milwaukee Brewers. However, the Mets are now dealing with injuries, placing pitchers Paul Blackburn and Dedniel Núñez on the 15-day injured list. Manager Carlos Mendoza expressed concern over Núñez's elbow, hinting at the possibility of Tommy John surgery.

Núñez had been a crucial player last season with a strong 2.31 ERA and 48 strikeouts. On the pitching front, David Peterson is set to face Brewers' Jose Quintana in an upcoming matchup. The Mets' current playoff positioning is precarious, emphasizing the need for a quick recovery from their recent setbacks.