Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen suffered a right hamstring strain just five pitches into Thursday night's game against the New York Mets, likely leading to a stint on the injured list. The 28-year-old, who has been a standout performer in recent seasons, felt the injury while facing Francisco Lindor, who hit a leadoff single off his knuckle-curve.
After releasing a fastball to DJ Stewart, Gallen experienced discomfort and had to leave the game. Manager Torey Lovullo and a trainer attended to him on the mound, and Gallen limped off the field. Gallen attempted to assess the severity of the injury by throwing another pitch but quickly realized he couldn't continue without risking further damage.
Lovullo had to rely on his bullpen for the remainder of the game, using multiple pitchers to cover for Gallen's absence. The team is awaiting the results of a scan to determine the next steps regarding Gallen's injury and a potential roster move.
This isn't the first time Gallen has dealt with hamstring issues this season, having experienced similar tightness in previous outings. The Diamondbacks, who are already missing key players due to injuries, suffered a narrow loss to the Mets, extending their losing streak to four games.
Despite the setback, Lovullo remains optimistic about the team's ability to bounce back and address their recent struggles. Arizona's record now stands at 25-31, with hopes of regaining momentum once key players return to full health.
