New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz faces a 10-game suspension following his ejection in a 5-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Crew chief Vic Carapazza cited an “extremely sticky” substance on Diaz’s hand, beyond typical rosin and sweat. Despite Diaz’s claims of using only legal substances, Carapazza’s assessment led to the ejection, as MLB aims to curb the use of foreign substances for better grip and spin.
Speaking after the game, Diaz expressed his frustration and uncertainty about appealing the suspension. He highlighted the challenge of letting his teammates down. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledged the setback but emphasized the need for the team to adapt and step up in Diaz’s absence.
On a positive note, Drew Smith and Jake Diekman successfully combined for a scoreless ninth inning, securing the Mets’ ninth win in 11 games. While Diaz has struggled this season, maintaining a 4.70 ERA and recovering from previous injuries, the team remains poised to fill the void during his suspension.
