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Paul Blackburn threw a one-inning live batting practice session Tuesday as he continues his recovery from offseason surgery, per Andrew Tredinnick of NorthJersey.com. Blackburn worked with the Mets this winter to add more movement to his sinker and sweeper after a rough start with the team following last season’s trade from Oakland.
Fantasy Impact
Blackburn dealt with multiple injuries in 2024, including a right hand contusion and a spinal fluid leak that ended his season. He is slightly behind Tylor Megill in the race for one of the final spots in the Mets’ six-man rotation, but if he regains his command and movement, he could push for a starting role. Fantasy managers in deep leagues should monitor his progress this spring.
The Mets and Paul Blackburn have agreed to a one-year deal to avoid arbitration.
Fantasy Impact
Blackburn is recovering from back surgery and his role with the 2025 Mets is unclear right now. He is expected to be ready for the start of spring training.
Paul Blackburn underwent surgery to repair a cerebrospinal fluid leak.
Fantasy Impact
Blackburn underwent the surgery earlier in October. He'll aim to be ready for Opening Day, but likely won't be healthy for the start of spring training.
Paul Blackburn will not return in the postseason from his back injury.
Fantasy Impact
Blackburn missed the end of the regular season due to the injury. He will be sidelined through the rest of the postseason.
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Paul Blackburn is likely to miss the rest of the regular season.
Fantasy Impact
Blackburn had been working his way back from a hand injury when he suffered an injury to his back on his rehab assignment. It is unclear if he'll be able to make his way back for the postseason.