Paul Blackburn injury: Mets place SP on 15-day IL with hand contusion

New York Mets starting pitcher Paul Blackburn was placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to Aug. 24, after suffering a right-hand contusion, the team announced prior to Sunday afternoon’s series finale against the San Diego Padres.  Blackburn took a line drive off the right hand during the third inning of Friday night’s 7-0 loss… Read More