Harrison Bader

Harrison Bader remained out of the Mets lineup on Friday against the Atlanta Braves due to an ankle injury, but the center fielder was out of a walking boot and was optimistic about returning to the lineup soon.

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters Bader's right ankle is better on Thursday and that his availability will be a true game-time decision. The dynamic center fielder rolled his ankle when he was thrown out attempting to steal third base earlier this week on Tuesday night against the Yankees. It doesn't sound like a serious concern since an MRI didn't reveal any structural damage.

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Mets' manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters that Bader rolled his ankle while attempting a stolen base during Tuesday's game. He underwent precautionary X-rays that came back negative for any fractures, and while he's currently sporting a walking boot, he's not expected to miss any substantial time. He's considered day-to-day.

Bader rolled his ankle while attempting to steal a base during Tuesday's game against the Yankees, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.