Opinion: Rojas Should Be Manager Of The Year Favorite

The Mets, who after their game in Miami, are sitting in first place at 21-17 despite having an absurd 16 players sitting on the injured list. Among the players on the IL are four of their starting pitchers, one of their best relievers, two starting outfielders, three starting infielders, an all-world defensive infielder, two backup outfielders, a utility man, and two veteran relievers. Among the accolades presently injured are two Cy Youngs, a plethora of All-Star appearances, a Rookie of the Year, and multiple first-round draft picks.