NEW YORK -- While shagging fly balls during batting practice Wednesday, Noah Syndergaard felt such discomfort that he could not lift his right arm above his shoulder. That may have been a dramatic symptom of what the Mets hope is a minor issue. But it was enough for the team to scratch Syndergaard from Thursday's scheduled start against the Braves.
Manager Terry Collins termed Syndergaard's issue a "tired arm," most likely stemming from tendinitis in his right biceps. The team alerted Matt Harvey on Thursday morning that he would start in Syndergaard's place, with Jacob deGrom and Zack Wheeler sliding forward to start Friday and Saturday on regular rest, respectively.