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Mets' Polanco Headed for Ankle Surgery After Forgettable Season
Steve Gelbs of SNY reported that the Mets infielder will miss the rest of the season after ankle bursitis led to surgery.
- On Wednesday, Interim Manager Andy Green confirmed that New York Mets infielder Jorge Polanco will undergo season-ending ankle surgery, ending his disappointing first year with the club.
- Polanco signed a two-year, $40 million deal to replace Pete Alonso but appeared in just 37 games, batting.148 with two home runs and six RBIs due to recurring injuries.
- Manager Andy Green stated an MRI administered Tuesday showed no improvement in the left ankle, making surgery the best option to alleviate Polanco's persistent pain.
- To replace Polanco on the active roster, the Mets recalled infielder Eric Wagaman and right-hander Chayce McDermott from Triple-A Syracuse; Christopher Morel will see increased playing time.
- Polanco should be participating in baseball activities if spring training begins on time next February, with the procedure aimed at addressing mechanical issues that have impacted his performance.
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Mets’ Jorge Polanco (ankle) to have season-ending surgery
New York Mets infielder Jorge Polanco will have season-ending ankle surgery, manager Andy Green confirmed on Wednesday. The team placed Polanco on the 10-day injured list with left ankle bursitis. His first season with the Mets ends after just 37 games with a .148 batting average, two home runs and six RBIs. The Mets signed the former All-Star to a two-year, $40 million contract in December to help offset the departure of first baseman P…
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