Manager Mickey Callaway said Syndergaard will be limited to about 80-to-85 pitches against the Nationals on Friday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

Syndergaard (finger) was reinstated from the disabled list ahead of his start versus Washington on Friday.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (finger) has been activated from the disabled list and is starting on Friday against the Nationals. In a corresponding move, P.J. Conlon was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas. Thor last pitched on May 25 against the Brewers and while he's typically a must-start fantasy option, he's more risky than usual Friday against Washington.

Syndergaard (finger) will start against the Nationals on Friday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

Syndergaard (finger) will toss a bullpen session Wednesday and will be activated to start Friday against the Nationals if the session goes well, Matt Ehalt of The Bergen Record reports.

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New York Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard is expected to be activated from the disabled list and start against the Washington Nationals on Friday. Syndergaard has been on the DL since May with a finger injury. On the season, Syndergaard has pitched to 4-1 record with a 3.06 ERA and a 76/13 K/BB ratio. Normally facing a team like the Nats after a long stint on the DL is a tough task. But Syndergaard is no normal pitcher. He should be all systems go and should be fired up in season-long and daily leagues.

Syndergaard (finger) tossed five innings of one-run ball for short-season Brooklyn in his rehab start Sunday against Staten Island. He gave up two hits and a walk and struck out seven.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (finger) continues to inch closer to a return to the big leagues, and the next step in his recovery will be a rehab start for the Low-A Brooklyn Cyclones on Sunday. Dealing with a strained ligament in his right index finger, Thor has been on the shelf since May 26. He threw 50 pitches in a simulated game on Tuesday and evidently feels well enough to kick things up a notch this weekend. Assuming the rehab start goes well, one would assume Syndergaard could return to the rotation at some point late next week. With the Mets, though, nothing is ever a given.

Syndergaard (finger) will make a rehab start Sunday at short-season Brooklyn, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (finger) threw 50 pitches in a simulated game on Tuesday at the team's spring training complex in Florida. Assuming Thor emerged unscathed, he'll likely up his efforts to a minor league rehab game in a few days. After that, one would assume the next step would be returning to the big league rotation, potentially about 10 days away from now. Originally only supposed to miss a couple of starts due to a strained ligament in his right index finger, Syndergaard instead has missed well over a month now after hitting the disabled list on May 26. He was having a very good, if not a bit underwhelming season, before going down with a 3.06 ERA and 76:13 K:BB across 64 2/3 innings pitched.

Syndergaard (finger) tossed a 50-pitch simulated game in Port St. Lucie on Tuesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Syndergaard (finger) is scheduled to throw a simulated game Tuesday in Port St. Lucie, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Syndergaard (finger) completed a 30-pitch bullpen session Tuesday, Matt Ehalt of The Bergen Record reports.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (finger) will throw off the mound on Tuesday and if all goes well he will advance to a live batting practice session on Friday. Syndergaard has been out since May 25 due to a strained right index finger. He was originally slated to return from the disabled list on June 10 against the New York Yankees but was scratched from that start after a second opinion due to additional swelling in the finger. Assuming he progresses to batting practice on Friday and that goes well, Syndergaard will make at least one rehab start prior to returning to the Mets rotation. Across 64 2/3 innings pitched this season, Thor owns a 3.06 ERA and 1.17 WHIP with 76 strikeouts.

Syndergaard (finger) threw off a mound Sunday, Matt Ehalt of The Bergen Record reports.

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It feels like the recovery process for New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (finger) has been at the slowest crawl possible, but thankfully we have another update. There is optimism among Mets officials that Syndergaard might throw a bullpen session over the weekend or shortly thereafter. A minor league rehab start would likely follow after that prior to Thor's return to the big leagues. Syndergaard last pitched for the Mets a month ago before a strained ligament in his right index finger put him out of action. He was close to returning about two weeks ago, but additional swelling prevented that from happening. Check back here to see if Thor gets the aforementioned bullpen session in this weekend.

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Slowly but surely, New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard continues to inch his way back from a strained ligament in his right index finger. On Wednesday, Syndergaard threw from 120 feet but still has tape on his finger. The plan calls for Thor to take Thursday off, then try throwing without tape on Friday. He still has to throw off a mound and face live batters, though, so we still have a few steps to go. On top of that, he'll likely need at least one rehab start prior to returning to the Amazins rotation. Stay patient fantasy owners. We can't be that far off from Syndergaard's return.

Syndergaard (finger) threw from 120 feet with tape on his finger prior to Wednesday's game, Kristie Ackert of the NY Daily News reports.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard has been out since May 25 due to a strained ligament in his right index finger, but he was feeling well enough on Monday to play catch for the first time in nearly two weeks. If you recall, Syndergaard was supposed to return a little over a week ago but was pushed back due to extended swelling in the finger. It does not sound as though there were any complications from Monday's effort, so that's obviously a great sign. Once Thor is ready to go, he'll need "at least one" rehab start, according to Mets pitching coach Dave Eiland. That could come in a matter of days, depending on how his finger continues to react.

Syndergaard (finger) played catch Monday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Mets manager Mickey Callaway said over the weekend that Syndergaard (finger) is "getting closer [to returning from the disabled list] and feeling better and better each day," Matt Ehalt of The Bergen Record reports.

Syndergaard will rest for an unspecified amount of time before resuming a throwing program after a second opinion confirmed a strained ligament in his right index finger, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard looked for a second opinion after his finger was not healing as expected, but a second doctor has confirmed what we already knew. Thor has a strained ligament in his right index finger. Once again, Syndergaard will rest for a few days before starting to throw. If you recall, this is what he did last time after being placed on the disabled list May 29, and he seemed to have a successful throwing session before his finger swelled back up. Perhaps he'll rest a little longer this time. Chances are we won't see Thor back in the Mets rotation until late-June at the earliest.

Syndergaard is getting a second opinion on his finger Tuesday, Tim Britton of The Athletic New York reports.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard has been on the disabled list due to a strained ligament in his right index finger. He's now slated to get a second opinion on the injury. Originally set to return against the New York Yankees on Sunday night after missing three starts, Syndergaard's finger swelled up after a game of catch, so his return had to be pushed back. Hopefully, we have a better idea of what's to come in the next day or so, but a second opinion isn't a good thing. Chances are Seth Lugo will continue to take Thor's rotation spot. Lugo dominated the Yankees in Syndergaard's place and has been effective out of the bullpen all year.

Syndergaard (finger) could return next weekend in Arizona in a best-case scenario, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

Syndergaard (finger) experienced swelling and discomfort after playing catch and will not start Sunday against the Yankees, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard was all set to return from the disabled list on Sunday against the New York Yankees, but Syndergaard's right index finger swelled up following a game of catch on Friday and he'll need a bit more time to heal up. The plan currently calls for him to resume throwing on Monday. Seth Lugo will continue to man Thor's rotation spot in the interim. It's a tough blow for Syndergaard and the Mets, but hopefully after a few more days he'll be healthy and ready to go.

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The strained ligament in New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard's right index finger was never expected to keep him out long, and it seems as though for once, the Mets actually got an injury timeline right. Syndergaard has been out since May 25 due to the injury, but it sounds as though he'll return to the rotation on Sunday at Citi Field against the New York Yankees. If that holds true, he'll only have missed one full turn through the rotation. It's not an ideal matchup for Thor's return, who holds a 3.06 ERA and 1.18 WHIP with 76 strikeouts in 64 2/3 innings pitched this season, but you're certainly starting him in your lineup regardless of matchup.

Syndergaard (finger) is expected to return from the 10-day disabled list and make his next start with the Mets on June 10 against the Yankees, reports.

Syndergaard (finger) threw a light bullpen session Sunday, NY Daily News Sports reports.

Syndergaard isn't expected to return until next weekend's series against the Yankees, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard was always expected to miss one or two starts due to a strained ligament in his right index finger, and it sounds like that number will be at least two. According to Mike Puma of the New York Post, the Mets are "leaning toward not pitching" Syndergaard in his next turn on Tuesday against the Baltimore Orioles. Assuming that's the case, Thor's return likely shifts to next weekend against the New York Yankees. In the event this is indeed true, Syndergaard's spot will likely be helmed once again by Seth Lugo, who threw four scoreless innings against the Chicago Cubs on Thursday.

Syndergaard (finger) said Thursday he expects to miss one or two starts, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (finger) says he expects to only miss one or two starts. Mets manager Mickey Callaway said he expects Syndergaard to miss 10 days, so that would put him at a mid-June return. Syndergaard landed on the disabled list Tuesday due to a strained ligament in his right index finger. He's scheduled to throw a bullpen session this weekend and could be ready by the end of next week. This is good news for both the Mets and fantasy owners.

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In what seems like a rarity, there is actually some good injury news for the New York Mets. Starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard was placed on the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday due to a strained ligament in his right index finger, but he is expected to return after the minimum amount of required time, according to manager Mickey Callaway. This vibes with what we're already learning about Thor's rehab process. He's scheduled to throw a bullpen session this weekend, and it sounds like there's a solid chance he'll be good to go next week. It's the Mets, though, so you can never be too sure, but overall this is good news. Seth Lugo will get a spot start in Syndergaard's place on Wednesday against the Atlanta Braves.

Syndergaard (finger) could return from the 10-day disabled list when first eligible, James Wagner of The New York Times reports.

Syndergaard was placed on the 10-day disabled list Tuesday with a strained ligament in his right index finger.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (finger) was placed on the 10-day disabled list, retroactive to May 26. Syndergaard is dealing with a strained ligament in his right index finger. Thor underwent some testing after complaining of soreness, and evidently this is the result. As of now, we do not have a timetable as for when he'll pitch again and/or be fully recovered. It's yet another injury blow for the Mets, who are now down to ace Jacob deGrom as the only consistent and competent arm in their rotation. It also remains unclear as to who will take Syndergaard's spot in the rotation, though one would have to think relievers Seth Lugo or Robert Gsellman would be prime candidates.

Syndergaard (4-1) allowed one run on six hits and one walk while striking out seven across seven innings Sunday as he picked up the win against the Diamondbacks.

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The odds were in favor of New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard having a big day against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday, and he certainly did not disappoint. Thor threw seven innings, earning the win by allowing only one earned run on six hits and a walk while striking out seven. Sunday marks the second consecutive outing Syndergaard punched out seven. It was a big step in the right direction for Thor, who has been good -; but slightly underwhelming in 2018. Amazingly, it was only his second start of the season where he both threw six innings and struck out seven or more. Syndergaard has a more difficult matchup in Milwaukee against the Brewers on Friday, but you're starting him regardless of matchup.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard has been very good, but a bit underwhelming in 2018 thus far. In his last start on Tuesday against the Toronto Blue Jays, Thor only pitched five innings, but did pick up his strikeout game by punching out seven. On Sunday against the Arizona Diamondbacks, he'll look to build upon that progress. While the Blue Jays are a very strikeout-prone offense, the Diamondbacks are even guiltier of that offense. Arizona has struck out a total of 439 times as a team in 2018, "good enough" for the fourth-most in all of baseball. This offense was sinking even before the long-term injury to outfielder A.J. Pollock, and seems ripe for the picking for Syndergaard after teammate Jacob deGrom ate them up on Friday.

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On Tuesday, we predicted an uptick in strikeouts for New York Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard against the Toronto Blue Jays. While that did happen, it wasn't totally the outing we were envisioning for Thor as he only lasted five innings in a 12-2 victory. He allowed two earned runs on five hits and two walks on the evening, striking out seven. The seven strikeouts were a nice sign after only punching out five and three in his last two games respectively, but Thor, c'mon -; you have to give us more than five innings. Syndergaard continues to pitch well, but without the ascension to the next level many were hoping for in 2018. He will next take the hill on Monday against the Miami Marlins.

Syndergaard (3-1) allowed two runs on five hits and two walks across five innings to earn the win Tuesday against the Blue Jays. He struck out seven.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard was supposed to face the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday prior to the weather postponement, a game in which his strikeout totals should have risen considering Philly's penchant for punchouts. While the Toronto Blue Jays don't strike out as much as the Phillies, it's pretty close (378 total strikeouts to 373). As such, Thor should nonetheless see his strikeout totals improve despite the more difficult matchup overall. Syndergaard has underwhelmed in that department as of late, sending down only eight hitters across his last 12 innings pitched via the third strike. If he doesn't get it going against Toronto, though, we may have to look deeper into this.

Syndergaard won't make his scheduled start Saturday after the Mets' game against the Phillies was postponed due to inclement weather, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

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If you invested a high draft pick on New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard, you've likely been pleased, but not overwhelmed, with the results he's provided this season. Across 46 2/3 innings pitched, Syndergaard owns a 3.09 ERA and 1.20 WHIP with a 10.41 K/9; fantastic numbers for most pitchers, slightly disappointing for one of Thor's caliber. As of late, fantasy owners have been a bit more concerned with his strikeout totals; Syndergaard has punched out only eight hitters across his last 12 innings pitched. On Saturday against the Phillies, we should likely expect an uptick in strikeouts. Philadelphia has struck out a total of 371 times this season, good for fourth in all of Major League Baseball. If Thor can't get his strikeout tally up in this one, it would be mildly concerning.

Syndergaard gave up two earned runs on six hits and four walks while striking out six over six innings, but he didn't factor into the decision in the Mets' 3-2 loss to the Rockies on Sunday.

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In most fantasy baseball drafts this past spring, New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard was drafted as either the fifth or sixth starting pitcher off the board, kicking off the second tier of pitchers after Clayton Kershaw, Max Scherzer, Chris Sale, and Corey Kluber. Thus far in 2018, it's fair to say he's been pretty good, but certainly not near the ace-type level owners were expecting at that draft price. Syndergaard once again wasn't at his best in a losing effort Tuesday against the Atlanta Braves, allowing three earned runs on 10 hits and a walk across six innings pitched. He only struck out three, a season-low for Thor. For the year, he owns a very solid 3.10 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and 49 strikeouts across 40 2/3 innings pitched. Those numbers are pretty good no matter who you ask, but at least from an ERA perspective, it's not what fantasy owners thought they'd be getting this season. There remains a good chance Syndergaard heats up as the weather does too, though.

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Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Soroka apparently wasn't fazed that he was going to be matched up on Tuesday against someone whose nickname is Thor. Maybe Soroka felt like his glove was the Infinity Gauntlet. He made the Mets bats largely disappear during his Major League debut, going six strong innings while giving up a run, a solo shot to Yoenis Cespedes, who is hardly a slouch at the plate. Soroka may go back down when Julio Teheran and Anibal Sanchez come back, but he's one to keep an eye on in all formats, and he should've already been owned in dynasty/keeper leagues.