Yoenis Cespedes left Thursday's game against the Braves with what the Mets are calling a pulled left hamstring, the latest blow to a team reeling from a brutal start to the season.
Though Cespedes has been dealing with a hamstring issue, the Mets chose not to place him on the disabled list.
But they may pay for that decision with an extended absence from Cespedes, all in the midst of a five-game losing streak and a looming three-game series this weekend against the division-leading Nationals.
Cespedes doubled to right-center field in the fourth inning then hobbled after rounding first base. Manager Terry Collins and trainer Ray Ramirez sprinted to the base, where Cespedes stood doubled over.
Moments later, Cespedes began his slow walk toward the dugout, where he needed assistance going down the steps.
Cespedes' injury came on the same day that Noah Syndergaard had to be scratched with biceps discomfort.
