US EditionMets Calling up Prized Infield Prospect Ronny Mauricio After Vientos Injury, AP Source Says
- Following Mark Vientos' injury during Monday night's game in Los Angeles, the New York Mets have decided to promote highly regarded infield prospect Ronny Mauricio to their major league roster.
- Mauricio was sidelined for the entire 2024 season after suffering a ligament injury to his knee while participating in winter league games in the Dominican Republic, which required multiple surgeries and extensive recovery.
- At 24 years old, Mauricio returned from injury this season, regaining game experience across multiple minor league tiers, completing his rehabilitation, and performing exceptionally well offensively at Triple-A Syracuse.
- In nine games at the Triple-A level, he has compiled a.515 batting average with three home runs, eight RBIs, four stolen bases, and an OPS of 1.382 across 39 plate appearances, leading Mets president David Stearns to praise his strong performance.
- Mauricio’s promotion fills the roster spot expected to open after Vientos' hamstring injury, providing the Mets with infield depth as they lead the division.
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NEW YORK — Valuable infield prospect Ronny Mauricio was recalled from the minor leagues by the New York Mets on Tuesday and inserted into the starting lineup at third base against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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LOS ANGELES — The Mets have been curious about Ronny Mauricio for years. His power is undeniable, but the infielder was blocked at several positions before tearing his ACL right as the team decided to move him to third base. Now, they’ll get their chance to see what he can do in an extended big league stint, with Mark Vientos out with a hamstring strain. The severity of the strain is still unknown, and Vientos was sent back to New York for furth…
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Mets calling up prized infield prospect Ronny Mauricio after Vientos injury, AP source says
The New York Mets are calling up prized infield prospect Ronny Mauricio from the minors, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
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