Mets Place Robert Stock, Daniel Duarte on Injured List

The New York Mets placed right-handers Robert Stock and Daniel Duarte on the 15-day injured list on September 16, 2026, marking a challenging moment for the team as they aim to climb out of last place in the National League East.

Why it matters: The Mets are struggling as the regular season winds down, and injuries to key pitchers could hinder their chances of finishing strong. With less than two weeks remaining, every game counts.

• Stock's injury comes after he was scheduled to start against the Baltimore Orioles, a game that now falls to Xzavion Curry.
• Duarte's season ends prematurely due to a left hamstring strain, which adds to the Mets' pitching woes.

Driving the news: Stock, 36, had been experiencing numbness in his fingers, a complication stemming from thoracic outlet syndrome surgery he underwent in March 2026. He noted that the issue would typically arise after throwing around 60 or 70 pitches.

• Stock stated it wouldn’t be fair to the team to risk a short outing, especially after the bullpen logged 8 2/3 innings in the previous two games.
• “It’s not fair to the team for me to go out there and say, hey, is this going to work or not,” Stock said.

State of play: Stock concluded his season with a record of 1-3 and a 5.93 ERA over eight appearances, seven of which were starts. His sole win this season marked his first in the majors since 2019.

• His performance included a no-decision against the Miami Marlins where he allowed three runs in four innings.
• Stock described his experience with the Mets as a "dream come true" and expressed hope to compete for a roster spot next year.

The big picture: The Mets also placed Duarte, 29, on the injured list, who finished this season with a 2-0 record and a 2.12 ERA in 24 appearances, demonstrating solid performance as a reliever.

• Duarte struck out 30 batters and issued seven walks in 29 2/3 innings this season.
• His absence will be felt as the Mets continue to battle through the final stretch of the season.

What they're saying: Stock remains optimistic about his future in the league. “I’ve proven that my name should be in the conversation for being a major league pitcher,” he said, emphasizing his desire for improvement and consistency.

• He acknowledged the need for growth, stating, “Obviously, there’s a million things that I want to improve upon and do that will help me continue on.”

By the numbers: Stock's season stats reveal a mixed bag of performances:

• 1-3 record with a 5.93 ERA in 8 games (7 starts).
• First major league win since 2019.
• Duarte’s stats include a 2-0 record, 2.12 ERA, 30 strikeouts, and 7 walks in 29 2/3 innings.

What's next: With Stock and Duarte sidelined, the Mets will rely heavily on their remaining pitchers as they face the Baltimore Orioles. Xzavion Curry is set to take the mound in what is a must-win game for the struggling franchise.

• Left-hander Jefry Yan, who made his major league debut on August 5, 2026, will also play a role as the Mets look to bolster their roster.
• The Mets aim to finish strong in the remaining games of the season to build momentum heading into the offseason.