"Chris Young's arm woes continued last night as the right-hander was scratched shortly before the game after he was unable to get loose because of tightness in the back of his shoulder.

Young, who has been bothered by biceps tendinitis, is scheduled to get an MRI exam today and could be placed on the disabled list for the second time this season. He said the discomfort is different than in the past, when he has been sidelined for extended periods of time.

"Last year, I could barely pick up the ball," Young said. "The preliminary [diagnosis] is that it's muscle tightness and fatigue and the MRI will rule out more serious stuff. Hopefully, that's it."

Dillon Gee replaced Young and allowed two runs in 5 1/3 innings in the Mets' 4-2 victory over the Dodgers last night at Citi Field."