On the fourth pitch of an at-bat against Yankees closer Devin Williams, a high changeup, Marte motioned as if about to swing, but promptly stopped. For a brief second, he seemed to buckle on his left knee and could be seen grimacing.

BALTIMORE – Even after the Mets announced Tuesday that Starling Marte was headed to the injured list, the net sentiment was largely positive, particularly for a team that’s recently been beset by health concerns.