4 injured Mets players whose health could factor into the team’s trade deadline focus

3) Reed Garrett

A huge success story for the Mets this season, Reed Garrett hit the IL right before the All-Star Break. Some much more pedestrian numbers than what he showcased earlier on this year, Garrett should return to the Mets and jump right into the action as one of the more trusted relievers in the bullpen; even if the team makes some major additions.

The latest on Garrett was positive yet offered little insight into when he’ll be available.

The Mets have been able to use pitchers like Dedniel Nunez and Jose Butto effectively as multi-inning options out of the bullpen. However, Garrett’s injury which may have been in part to overuse and taking the mound on back-to-back days should have them remaining cautious with their other options.

Garrett won’t be back before the trade deadline and with available minor league options, he does provide the ball club with a little flexibility if they were to overflow with some non-optional trade pieces.

A recovery on the quicker side for Garrett could have the Mets thinking twice about overpaying for a relief pitcher. They’ll want to know a more approximate date for a return next week before the final clock ticks and the trade deadline comes to pass.