Frankie Montas injury: Mets starter likely out until May or June with high-grade lat strain

The New York Mets starting pitcher Frankie Montas will be sidelined for 3-4 months due to a high-grade lat strain, requiring a 6-8 week no-throwing period. The team’s rotation depth chart is affected, with Montas joining Sean Manaea, Kodai Senga, David Peterson, Clay Holmes, Paul Blackburn, Tylor Megill, and Griffin Canning. The injury comes after Montas signed a two-year, $34 million contract with the Mets. The team’s offseason included signing Juan Soto to a record contract and re-signing Manaea, with top pitching prospect Brandon Sproat potentially making an impact during the season. The Mets reached the NLCS last season and look to continue their success in 2025. the given text so that the main idea is communicated clearly and effectively.

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