Paul Blackburn of New York Mets Out with Right Knee Inflammation, on 15-Day Injured List

Paul Blackburn's absence due to knee inflammation will affect the Mets' pitching rotation. With no current season stats available for Blackburn, it's unclear how his performance might have impacted the team. Other starting pitchers like Clay Holmes and Tylor Megill may need to step up in his absence.

The Mets are preparing to play against the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 23. This game at Citi Field will be the first without Blackburn since his recent placement on the injured list. The starting lineup has yet to be confirmed for this upcoming game.