Clay Holmes headed for long IL stint as Mets try to figure out rotation plan

Source: New York Post

The Mets expect Clay Holmes will return to pitch this season, but the team needs to fill plenty of starts until then.   Without providing a firm timeline Saturday, manager Carlos Mendoza indicated the veteran right-hander will need at least six weeks for his fractured right fibula to heal before potentially beginning a full spring training buildup that would allow him to return in the second half.   Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets.