Jorge Polanco To Undergo Season-Ending Surgery
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- Mets infielder Jorge Polanco will undergo ankle surgery and miss the remainder of the season due to left ankle bursitis, ending a difficult year marked by injuries and underperformance.
- Polanco, signed to a two-year, $40 million deal to replace Pete Alonso, played only 37 games with a .148/.201/.230 slash line, hampered by wrist and ankle issues.
- The Mets have recalled Eric Wagaman and right-hander Chayce McDermott to fill roster spots, with Wagaman expected to contribute at first base and DH.
- Polanco’s transition to first base was limited to just 20 innings due to injuries, and the Mets have struggled at the position overall, using eight players who collectively posted the second-worst OPS in the league.
- Jared Young, with a 118 wRC+ and eight home runs in 248 plate appearances, is expected to take on a larger role at first base, especially with Mark Vientos sidelined by a fractured hand.
