The New York Mets have provided an update regarding injured shortstop Francisco Lindor. Although there’s no clear timeline for his return, the five-time All-Star will wear a protective boot on his lower left leg for the next week. Another evaluation is scheduled in three weeks when his condition will be reassessed.
Lindor’s Injury Details
Lindor was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left calf strain. Mets’ manager Carlos Mendoza indicated that Lindor would be out for an extended period. He sustained the injury while scoring from first base during a double by Francisco Alvarez in a recent game against the Minnesota Twins.
Previous Game Highlights
This injury occurred just hours after star slugger Juan Soto was reinstated from the injured list, where he had spent 15 games recovering from a right calf strain. Despite these setbacks, the Mets had recently ended a 12-game losing streak with a narrow 3-2 victory over Minnesota.
Team Adjustments and Player Updates
- Ronny Mauricio: Recalled from Triple-A Syracuse, he started at shortstop for the second straight game.
- Juan Soto: He has been the designated hitter for three consecutive games to manage his recovery.
- Christian Scott: Optioned back to Syracuse after a challenging major league start.
- Carl Edwards Jr.: Selected from the Mets’ top farm club as a reliever.
Mendoza noted the importance of managing Soto’s playing time to protect him from further injury while maintaining his presence in the lineup.
Injury Updates on Other Players
Additionally, Jorge Polanco’s status is described as week-to-week due to a bruised right wrist and bursitis in his left heel. Polanco is scheduled for further testing this weekend. Left-handed reliever A.J. Minter is anticipated to return in early May following left lat surgery.
Outlook for the Team
Following their lengthy losing streak, the Mets have won two consecutive games since Soto’s return. However, history shows that no team has made the playoffs after a 12-game losing streak in the same season. Baseball operations president David Stearns acknowledged the challenges posed by injuries but expressed confidence in the team’s potential. He emphasized that a rough two-week stretch should not drastically alter the evaluation of the team, especially early in the season.
