NEW YORK - While Max Scherzer (oblique) appears to be in the near future, Mets' No. 1 starter Jacob deGrom (stre s reaction on right scapula) is still a Hernan Perez Jersey bit behind his co-ace.The good news is deGrom threw his fourth bullpen se sion on Tuesday at Citi Field, as he continues to build up in his mound progre sion.DeGrom told that his bullpen consisted of 30 pitches and he Boone Logan Jersey will throw an up-and-down bullpen se sion on Friday. He hopes to face live hitters soon, which would be the first time he has done so since landing on the IL on April 1.DeGrom will continue throwing long Stephen Vogt Jersey -to s before his next scheduled bullpen se sion, as as of this date.Once the two-time Cy Young Award winner faces hitters, he will begin a rehab a signment, Travis Shaw Jersey which will likely require several minor league starts. If all goes well, deGrom could rejoin the Mets' rotation sometime in Matt Garza Jersey July.Scroll to ContinueFor now, the Mets are taking it slow with their ace, who has not pitched in a regular season game since July 7, 2021.-- -