Mets’ Francisco Alvarez avoids worst after being struck in mask by foul tip

Martín Maldonado’s foul tip struck Alvarez on the side of the mask in the fifth inning. Alvarez was examined by the training staff and remained in the game.

Martín Maldonado’s foul tip struck Alvarez on the side of the mask in the fifth inning. Alvarez was examined by the training staff and remained in the game.