Cuddyer (knee) is back in the starting lineup Sunday, batting fifth and starting in left field, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.

Cuddyer entered Saturday's game and went hitless in two at-bats, so his return to the starting lineup couldn't have been too far off. It's been a revolving door in left field while Cuddyer had been dealing with knee soreness, but the Mets will now look to the 36-year-old veteran to bring stability to the position.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer returned from a knee injury for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, going 0-for-5 with two strikeouts.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer returned from a knee injury for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, going 0-for-5 with two strikeouts. Cuddyer's batting average dropped to .231, its lowest point since May 15.

Cuddyer (knee) isn't in the lineup Saturday against the Dodgers in Los Angeles, Matt Ehalt of the Bergen Record reports.

After missing two contests to stay off his sore left knee, Cuddyer made a pinch appearance Friday, striking out in his sole at-bat. While manager Terry Collins said that Cuddyer felt "a little bit better" Friday, Darrell Ceciliani will fill in in left field and bat fifth Saturday.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer is not in the lineup for the fourth consecutive game Saturday against the Los Angeles Dodgers because of a knee injury, according to the Bergen Record.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer is not in the lineup for the fourth consecutive game Saturday against the Los Angeles Dodgers because of a knee injury, according to the Bergen Record. Cuddyer struck out during a pinch-hit appearance Thursday, reinforcing the belief that he will not require a stint on the disabled list. He said after receiving cortisone shots in his knee Thursday that he was content to follow the team's rehab program and see what progresses. "If it gets to the point where the doctor said the medicine should have taken effect and it's still bad, then eventually you'd be a little more concerned," Cuddyer told New York Newsday. "But right now I've got to let that medicine do its job and see how it feels after that." Darrell Ceciliani will start in left field in Cuddyer's absence Saturday.

Manager Terry Collins indicated Friday that Cuddyer felt "a little bit better," and that he could be available to pinch hit, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.

With the news on Cuddyer, it appears he'll likely avoid the disabled list. There's no indication of when he could rejoin the lineup, but he could be available to pinch hit Friday, so that's at least a positive step forward.

Cuddyer (knee) remains out of the lineup Friday against the Dodgers.

A stint on the disabled list remains a possibility for Cuddyer, but there's no word indicating that will occur at this point. John Mayberry Jr. will receive the start in left field in his place Friday, bating cleanup for the Mets.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer could be available to pinch-hit Friday against the Los Angeles while dealing with a knee injury, according to ESPN New York.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer could be available to pinch-hit Friday against the Los Angeles while dealing with a knee injury, according to ESPN New York. Cuddyer is out of the starting lineup for the third consecutive game Friday, but Mets manager Terry Collins said that he was feeling better after receiving cortisone shots Wednesday, and he is not expected to be placed on the disabled list. "We're just going to have to grind it out," Collins said Thursday. "As I told Mike today, 'Look, I can handle three days. It beats three weeks.' So I'm glad he spoke up. And you know what, if we've got to suck it up for another day, we do that." John Mayberry Jr. will get the start in place of Cuddyer, who is hitting .243 with six home runs and 28 RBI in 72 games this season, on Friday.

Cuddyer (knee) is out of the lineup Thursday against the Cubs.

It was initially thought that Cuddyer would need just a couple days off to take care of his knee soreness, but according to Adam Rubin of ESPN New York, the idea of a DL stint could be revisited in advance of Friday's series in Los Angeles. In the meantime, the Mets will use an outfield composed of Eric Campbell (left), Darrell Ceciliani (center) and Curtis Granderson (right).

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer remains out of the lineup Thursday because of a knee injury, according to the team's official website.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer remains out of the lineup Thursday because of a knee injury, according to the team's official website. An MRI cleared Cuddyer of any structural damage, but he is still experiencing soreness in his knee and could require a stint on the disabled list if he does not show signs of improvement soon.

The Mets believe Cuddyer will just need a couple days to get over his sore knee and a DL stint is not needed at the moment, the New York Post's Mike Puma reports.

He left Tuesday's game with a sore left knee, and while he is out of the lineup Wednesday and likely out Thursday as well, he should be back sometime this weekend. John Mayberry is getting the start in left field Wednesday.

Cuddyer (knee) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cubs, Jared Diamond of The Wall Street Journal reports.

Cuddyer is still awaiting the results of an MRI after prematurely exiting Tuesday's game with soreness in his left knee. With the veteran's status unclear at the moment, John Mayberry will take over in the outfield for the time being.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer is not expected to be placed on the disabled list because of his knee injury, according to the New York Post.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer is not expected to be placed on the disabled list because of his knee injury, according to the New York Post. Cuddyer suffered the injury in Tuesday's loss to the the Chicago Cubs, but said he believes the knee is just sore. “Just felt some soreness," Cuddyer said. "And then as the game progressed, it progressively got tighter, to the point where I had to say something." He underwent an MRI which showed no structural damage, and he could return at some point this weekend after receiving a cortisone shot. John Mayberry Jr. will take Cuddyer's spot in the lineup Wednesday and in left field. Cuddyer has struggled after signing a a two-year, $21 million contract in November, as he is hitting just .243/.297/.365 with six home runs, 28 RBI and 31 runs scored over 72 games.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs because of a knee injury, according to The Wall Street Journal.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs because of a knee injury, according to The Wall Street Journal. Cuddyer, who exited Tuesday's game with soreness in his left knee, is awaiting the results of an MRI and is considered day-to-day.

Cuddyer (knee) will have an MRI on Wednesday, the Star-Ledger's Mike Vorkunov reports.

Cuddyer left midway through Tuesday's game as he did not feel he could run on his sore left knee. He should be considered day-to-day for now and if he misses more time Darrell Ceciliani would be an option to take his at-bats. If Cuddyer ends up on the DL, the Mets could dip into the farm system and call up Michael Conforto or Brandon Nimmo from Double-A.

Cuddyer left Tuesday's game with a sore left knee, ESPN New York's Adam Rubin reports.

The elephant in the room is that the Mets might be a better team without Cuddyer, who is slashing just .245/.299/.368 with subpar defense. That said, it sounds like it could be a minor injury and he should be considered day-to-day for now. Darrell Ceciliani replaced Cuddyer on Tuesday and would figure to be in the mix if Cuddyer misses more time.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer left Tuesday's game against the Chicago Cubs because of a sore left knee, according to ESPN New York.

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer left Tuesday's game against the Chicago Cubs because of a sore left knee, according to ESPN New York. Darrell Ceciliani replaced Cuddyer on Tuesday and could replace him in the lineup if the latter has to miss any additional time.

Cuddyer is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Reds.

The team is likely just resting the 36-year-old after he played in Saturday's game that was suspended till Sunday due to rain. Cuddyer recorded just one hit in six at-bats last game and will look to get back on track in the Mets' next outing. John Mayberry will start in left field in his place.

Cuddyer is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Brewers.

It's said to be just a day off for the 36-year-old Cuddyer after six straight starts -- he reportedly preferred to sit out Wednesday rather than Thursday afternoon. Cuddyer has gone hitless in his last three games (0-for-11), lowering his batting line for the month of June to .233/.253/.342. Darrell Ceciliani will get the start in left field in his absence.

Cuddyer, who was out of the lineup Tuesday, is back in the lineup Wednesday serving as the designated hitter, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.

The Mets are up in Toronto for the next two games and get the benefit of having a DH in an AL-park. As such, Cuddyer will DH while Darren Ceciliani plays left field.

Cuddyer is out of the lineup Tuesday, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.

Cuddyer played all 11 innings of Monday's victory over the Blue Jays, and is out of the lineup Tuesday. The Mets will slot Darrell Ceciliani in left field in place of Cuddyer for Tuesday's contest.