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.

Syndergaard will move ahead of Steven Matz in the pitching schedule and take the hill for the Mets on Tuesday against the Braves, Kristie Ackert of the New York Daily News reports.

Syndergaard allowed one earned run on six hits while walking none and striking out seven across 7.1 innings Thursday against the Cardinals. He did not factor into the decision.

Syndergaard (2-0) didn't factor into the decision in Friday's extra-inning win over the Braves, allowing three runs on seven hits over six innings while striking out six.

Syndergaard allowed one unearned run on two hits and a walk across 5.1 innings in a no-decision Sunday against the Brewers. He struck out 11.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard showed why he is one of the best pitchers in baseball on Sunday, pitching 5 1/3 innings against the Brewers, allowing just two hits and one unearned run while striking out 11 in a no-decision. Syndergaard is now 2-0 on the season with a 2.95 ERA and 33 strikeouts. His ERA ranks 13th among pitchers who have thrown at least 20 innings while his strikeouts rank third most in the MLB. As long as he stays healthy, Syndergaard is a Cy Young candidate and a must-start no matter the opponent.

Syndergaard dealt with a blister during Monday's start, but said the issue was "irrelevant," Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Syndergaard moved to 2-0 on Monday, allowing two runs (one earned) on five hits, striking out five and walking two over six innings in the Mets' 4-2 victory over the Marlins.

Syndergaard allowed two runs on four hits and two walks across four innings in a no-decision Wednesday against the Phillies. He struck out seven.

Syndergaard (1-0) allowed four runs on six hits across six innings to earn the win Thursday against the Cardinals. He struck out 10 batters.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Synderaard had himself quite the 2018 debut against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday. Thor began the campaign by throwing 85 pitches across six innings, allowing four earned runs on six hits while striking out 10 without any walks en route to a 9-4 win (but not a quality start). The four runs is certainly not what fantasy owners were hoping for, but 10 strikeouts without a walk will certainly keep him in good graces. Perhaps most uncharacteristically, Thor allowed two home runs. With a 0.74 HR/9 rate for his career, and a figure of 0.54 in his only full Major League season (2016), this could very well end up being Syndergaard's worst game of the season when it comes to longballs (okay, maybe not). He'll next take the hill in a divisional showdown against the Phillies on Wednesday.

Syndergaard will make his second straight Opening Day start Thursday at home against the Cardinals.

Syndergaard gave up one run on eight hits over seven innings while striking out five in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Orioles.

Syndergaard allowed two runs (one earned) on four hits and three walks over 4.2 innings while striking out five in Tuesday's split-squad game against the Astros.

Syndergaard will pitch for the Mets on Opening Day against the Cardinals, Matt Ehalt of The Bergen Record reports.

Syndergaard struck out seven over 3.1 scoreless innings in Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Nationals, giving up two hits and two walks.

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As if you needed any more of a reason to believe New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard was fully recovered from the lat injury he suffered last season, Thursday's Grapefruit League start against the Washington Nationals should be the icing on the cake. Thor threw 3 1/3 scoreless innings and at one point struck out seven straight Nationals. That included shortstop Trea Turner, outfielder Bryce Harper and third baseman Anthony Rendon consecutively on nine combined pitches. Syndergaard is looking better than ever and looks to be one of the prime candidates for the National League Cy Young award in 2018 if he can stay healthy.

Syndergaard allowed one run on a hit and a walk while striking out four over three innings in Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Marlins.

Syndergaard threw two perfect innings and struck out two batters in Monday's Grapefruit League contest against the Astros.

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Despite returning from injury to toss a few innings at the end of the 2017 season, New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (lat) will undoubtedly be watched all spring for any signs of something lingering. Syndergaard made his spring debut on Monday against the Houston Astros, and so far, so good. Thor threw two perfect innings, striking out two while consistently topping 100 mph on the radar gun. It certainly looks as though Syndergaard's 2017 lat issue is behind him. He is just as good a bet to produce (relative to average draft position) as any of the other starting pitchers being drafted that high.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (lat) will make his first start this spring on Monday against the Astros. Syndergaard had a lost season in 2017 due to a torn lat muscle. When healthy, though, Thor is a top-10 fantasy pitcher in all leagues. However, you'll still have to pay for his high ceiling while assuming plenty of injury risk on top of it. The hard-throwing right-hander tops out in the high-90s, and he even throws his slider above 90 mph.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard, who missed four months in 2017 with a torn lat muscle, is doing a vastly different workout routine this year that is focused on athleticism instead of bulking up. "I'm trying to become more athletic overall and doing the right kind of lifts," said the leaner Syndergaard. "It's lifting with proper form and making sure your core is involved. It's turning on certain muscles that haven't been activated in a while. I became very lat-dominant. I'm trying to activate muscles that are going on in my back." Thor's skills are elite, but his health hasn't cooperated so far for fantasy owners, making him a high-risk, high-reward top-tier fantasy starting pitcher.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $2.975 million contract. Thor can push the total up to $3.05 million if he hits his incentives. Syndergaard was eligible for arbitration for the first time this offseason as a Super 2 qualifier.

Syndergaard agreed to a one-year, $2.975 million deal with the Mets on Friday, avoiding arbitration, James Wagner of The New York Times reports.

Syndergaard struck out a pair in two innings while throwing 26 pitches in his start Sunday against the Phillies.

Syndergaard will start Sunday's game against the Phillies but exit at the end of the first inning or once he's reached 25 pitches, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

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New York Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard could make his final appearance of the year for the Mets on Sunday. It is good that Syndergaard is healthy enough to pitch, but there is no upside to him pitching, as the Mets have long since been eliminated from the playoffs. He only pitched one inning against the Nationals in his last appearance and should be expected to pitch an inning or two on Sunday. Look for Syndergaard to be a top pitcher in 2018, but there is no reason to look at him for this start.

Syndergaard is expected to make his final appearance of the season Sunday against the Phillies, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.

Syndergaard is set to throw one inning in a game either Saturday or Sunday, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard made his long-awaited return to the mound on Saturday against the Washington Nationals, pitching one scoreless inning. This upcoming weekend, he'll make his final "start" of the year in Philadelphia against the Phillies, but will once again only pitch one inning. Sorry fantasy owners -; it certainly would have been nice to get a big last week boost from Thor. Nonetheless, it's still great to see him healthy and back with the Mets. It eliminates any remaining questions as to whether or not he'll be ready for 2018. It would be nice to see him strikeout a few hitters, though, after he didn't record any in his single inning pitched last weekend.

Syndergaard pitched a scoreless first inning with just a single hit allowed before exiting Saturday's loss to Washington. He didn't factor into the decision.

Syndergaard (lat) has been confirmed as the starting pitcher for Saturday's game again the Nationals.

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New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard will return to the team on Saturday to pitch one inning against the Washington Nationals. Well, it wasn't exactly what fantasy owners were hoping for, but it's something, right? Syndergaard has been on the shelf since May with a lat injury. Originally, it was thought the injury would only keep Thor out for three months or so; that obviously turned out to be wrong to the detriment of Mets fans and fantasy owners alike. It's certainly been a lost season for Syndergaard and the Mets, but it will still be good nonetheless for him to get back on a mound and face MLB hitters prior to his full-season comeback in 2018.

Syndergaard (lat) will start Saturday's game against the Nationals, but then be replaced by Matt Harvey in the second inning, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

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New York Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard (lat) will start Saturday's game against the Nationals and pitch one inning. He will be followed by Matt Harvey, who had been scheduled for the start, making Harvey the fantasy target for this game. This will be Syndergaard's first appearance in the majors since late April, when he went down with a torn right lat muscle and he could make one more appearance in the last week of the season. While him returning is good for him mentally, you cannot trust Syndergaard in fantasy leagues given the long layoff and limited workload. Look at Syndergaard as a top-five pitcher for 2018 if he makes it through the offseason healthy.

Syndergaard (lat) will be re-evaluated Friday, SportsNet New York reports.

Syndergaard (lat) may make two appearances over the rest of the season, Matt Ehalt of NorthJersey.com reports.

Syndergaard (lat) threw a simulated game Monday, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.

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The "will he, or won't he" game continues. New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard pitched to hitters on Monday, and according to Matt Ehalt, could return on Saturday at the earliest. This of course comes on the heels of a report saying the Mets were now hesitant about bring Thor back at all this year after suffering a lat injury in May. Either way, at this point it's impossible to trust any Syndergaard rumors that are out there. You should proceed as if you won't be getting Syndgaard back for any of the remaining fantasy baseball season -; but won't be too shocked if you get an unexpected gift, either.

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For those hoping to get a boost by having New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard back for any part of your fantasy playoffs, that dream took a hit on Saturday but is still somewhat likely to happen soon. Mets manager Terry Collins told the media the team is considering having Thor face live hitters before using him in a game; previously, Mets pitching coach Dan Warthen had said Syndergaard could be available out of the bullpen as soon as Saturday (today). It's probably a smart move by a team that doesn't make many when it comes to injuries. It remains to be seen if Syndergaard will make it back before the season's end, but it at least sounds plausible