SAN DIEGO Paul Blackburn got knocked around, but that wasnt the worst part of his night. The Mets right-hander was forced to leave his start against the Padres at Petco Park in the third inning after taking a line drive off his right hand. David Peralta hit the comebacker at 100 mph that deflected off Blackburns hand and was fielded by Jose Iglesias for the out. The Mets Paul Blackburn got nailed in the hand during his start on Friday night in San Diego. X @SNYtv Blackburn hit the ground on the play Ernie Whitt Jersey and was slow in emerging before getting checked out by the team trainer and departing. Blackburn allowed 10 hits and five earned runs over 2 1/3 innings. The Mets later announced Blackburn had a right hand contusion and will undergo more testing Saturday. Explore More Luis Arraez homered leading off the game against him and Kyle Higashioka delivered a two-run blast against him in the second. The Mets starting pitching depth is limited due to injuries. Paul Blackburn of the New York Mets reacts after being hit by a batted ball during the third inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on August 23, 2024 in San Diego, California. Getty Images Paul Blackburn leaves the field with an apparent injury. Getty Images Tylor Megill, who has struggled for the team this season, is the primary option at Triple-A Syracuse if Blackburn cant take his next turn. Blackburn was acquired at the trade deadline from Oakland by the Mets after and hit the injured list. George Bell Jersey