PT TODAY: Wright's absence leaves hole at 3B for NYM

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Mets | David Wright headed to disabled list
Updating a previous report, the New York Mets are expected to place 3B David Wright (neck) on the 15-day disabled list due to a herniated disc in his neck. At this point, it is unknown if the injury will require surgery.  Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Adam Rubin
 
BHQ take: Wright will not resume baseball activities for six to eight weeks, and as Wright himself says any time he misses time with something other than his back miseries, it's of significant concern. Wright has struggled to get base hits this year with a .226 average (and an xBA of .230), but thanks to a 15%...

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