Harvey considering season-ending surgery

Matt Harvey is apparently considering season-ending
surgery.

NEW YORK – Matt Harvey is suffering from symptoms consistent with thoracic outlet syndrome, according to general manager Sandy Alderson, and is deciding whether to undergo season-ending surgery. Harvey is also weighing a non-surgical injection treatment option.

Thoracic outlet syndrome is a disorder caused by compressed nerves or blood vessels between the collarbone and rib cage. It can result in neck and shoulder pain and numbness.

The Mets sent Harvey to St. Louis for an examination by vascular specialist Dr. Robert Thompson after placing him on the disabled list on Wednesday.

To replace Harvey on the 25-man roster, the Mets on Wednesday recalled RHP Seth Lugo from Las Vegas (AAA) of the Pacific Coast League.