Mets: Syndergaard has 'insignificant' bone spur in elbow

One night after Noah Syndergaard denied reports he had issues with his throwing arm, the New York Mets acknowledged Tuesday the pitcher does indeed have a bone spur in his elbow, which general manger Sandy Alderson classified as "insignificant."

After Syndergaard lasted just three innings Monday against the Washington Nationals, allowing five earned runs on seven hits and walking three, the report of arm trouble revolving around a bone spur surfaced, which "Thor" was quick to deny.

"No, there's nothing structurally wrong with my elbow at all," he told MLB.com's Anthony DiComo. "My arm feels really good. I've just got be ready to go in five days."

Alderson said the bone spur won't require offseason surgery and he estimated 90 percent of pitchers have something similar.

The GM went on to say Syndergaard will continue to pitch during his regular turn in the rotation.

Syndergaard also left a start Wednesday against the Kansas City Royals after experiencing elbow discomfort, which he said could've been caused by an increased workload, but maintained his normally high velocity Monday.

The Mets also confirmed Steven Matz is dealing with a similar bone spur issue, although his is more severe. They believe he will require surgery to remove the spur, but are hoping it can be done after the season.

Matz will attempt to pitch through the injury, but if he requires surgery beforehand, it will likely end his season as it would sideline him at least three months.

Alderson confirmed Matz's upcoming start will be pushed from Wednesday to Thursday, not skipped entirely.