[EmpireWF]

From Baseball Prospectus...

The Mets are concerned that ace closer Billy Wagner may be turning into Adam Eaton. Wagner’s middle finger has a torn tendon sheath, causing him significant pain when throwing, as it doesn't allow him to get the same “pulldown” on his pitches. That tight backspin is key to his boring fastball; without it, he’s a bit more hittable, has lost about five mph on his fastball, and is having control problems. No one seems to be sure whether the injury is something Wagner will just have to adjust to, whether rest will help, or whether surgery is in his future. This is definitely one to watch--focus on his control to better gauge where this is headed.

This is not what Met fans want to hear. Being one, this scares the holy hell out of me. I'd like to think our pen is still pretty strong (with Sancez and Heilman) but there's no way we can sustain a major injury to Wagner.

If he does need surgery, hopefully they can diagnose it soon and it's not the type of medical condition that knocks him out for a year.

[ThePundit]

I'm wondering if I should pick up Sanchez on my fantasy team. He's a free agent. This hasn't been reported in the NY papers

[Gotham Dark Knight]

Originally Posted by ThePundit

I'm wondering if I should pick up Sanchez on my fantasy team. He's a free agent. This hasn't been reported in the NY papers

Heck, I got Wagner in my league...this sucks big time...

[ThePundit]

Gotham: If you have a guy you can release, pick up Sanchez as insurance. I'm pretty sure he would become the Mets closer - the only other candidate is Heilman and I doubt that they would make him the closer. But be careful because besides the publication that Empire got the info from this hasn't been reported here. But I'll certainly be on the lookout and report back.

[ThePundit]

Wagner pitched last night. He seemed okay.