NEW YORK — Jacob deGrom passed his latest test, and his next step is likely to involve higher competition.
After deGrom’s three scoreless innings for Single-A St. Lucie at Daytona on Friday, the Mets ace “felt good,” per Mets manager Buck Showalter. He is expected to remain on normal rest and continue his five-day schedule, pitching either Wednesday or Thursday, though the Mets have not yet announced where his third rehab start will take place.
DeGrom is expected to throw four innings around the 50-pitch range in his next outing. He could pitch for Double-A Binghamton or Triple-A Syracuse.
