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New York Post
12-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Jesse Winker lands on IL again with back injury just days after returning to Mets
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Jesse Winker's lower back will be treated with medication over the next five to seven days before the Mets reevaluate the veteran DH. Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free The team placed Winker on the injured list Friday with inflammation in the back, a day after he was removed from the first game of a doubleheader against the Orioles with discomfort. Winker returned from a two-month stay on the injured list on Tuesday — he was rehabbing a strained oblique. According to manager Carlos Mendoza, there is no indication the injuries are related. 'That was my first question, too,' Mendoza said before the Mets' 8-3 victory over the Royals at Kauffman Stadium. 'Talking to the trainers and the [physical therapists] he was really strong with the oblique. This is just something that came up, but nothing related.' 4 Jesse Winker reacts after he strikes out swinging during the Mets' 4-3 win over the Phillies on April 23, 2025. Corey Sipkin for the NY POST The Mets recalled Jared Young from Triple-A Syracuse to give the team another left-handed bat. Mark Vientos, who had the key go-ahead three-run double in Friday's win, was in the starting lineup as the DH despite the Royals starting right-hander Michael Wacha and rewarded Mendoza's faith. Mendoza indicated Wacha's reverse splits factored into the decision. Vientos is also expected to start as the DH on Saturday for the same reason, with right-hander Michael Lorenzen scheduled to start for the Royals. 4 Jesse Winker runs out a double during a Mets-Diamondbacks game earlier this season. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Sean Manaea will pitch from the bullpen on Sunday in his first Mets appearance this season. The left-hander will piggyback Clay Holmes, who is receiving the final start before the All-Star break to keep him from facing a potential 15-day layoff. 'We're just trying to keep Clay with his routine,' Mendoza said of the decision to start Holmes over Manaea. 'They are both used to coming out of the bullpen, they have got experience. Talking to both it was 'Whatever you guys want to do.' We're just trying to keep it simple.' 4 Sean Manaea looks for a fan to throw a ball to after the Mets' 5-1 home win over the Phillies on April 22, 2025. JASON SZENES/ NY POST Starling Marte underwent an MRI exam on his right knee, which offered encouraging results, according to Mendoza. The veteran outfielder was placed on the injured list Tuesday because of recurring discomfort in the knee. The Mets plan to limit Marte's running, but he was set to begin limited baseball activities. 4 Mets veteran Starling Marte singles during the sixth inning against the Yankees at Citi Field. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The team is hopeful Marte will return shortly after the All-Star break. Reliever Rico Garcia was designated for assignment, and the Mets optioned right-hander Justin Hagenman to Syracuse. Austin Warren (who served as the 27th player for Thursday's doubleheader) was recalled and Kodai Senga was activated from the injured list.
New York Post
11-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Jesse Winker heads back to New York for MRI in latest Mets injury concern
Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free BALTIMORE — Jesse Winker's return to the Mets lasted all of three plate appearances before the arrival of another injury concern. The veteran DH departed Thursday's 3-1 loss to the Orioles in Game 1 of a doubleheader with back tightness and was scheduled for a return to New York for an MRI exam. Winker popped out in the first inning and was replaced in the lineup by Mark Vientos in the third. Winker had returned Tuesday from a two-month stay on the injured list after rehabbing an oblique strain. Another veteran DH option, Starling Marte, was placed on the IL this week with discomfort stemming from a bone bruise in his right knee. Jesse Winker of the New York Mets bats against the St. Louis Cardinals during game one of a doubleheader at Busch Stadium on May 4, 2025 in St Louis, Missouri. Getty Images In the short term, at least, it leaves Vientos — who lately had been limited to receiving at-bats against lefties — as the team's primary DH option. He started in that spot for the nightcap of the doubleheader after going 2-for-3 with a double in the first game. Vientos had started the day in a 2-for-27 (.074) nosedive. 'He hit the ball hard,' manager Carlos Mendoza said. 'He's a good hitter just going through it. Hopefully, that kind of game gets him going.' The Mets recalled Luisangel Acuña from Triple-A Syracuse before Game 1, as Travis Jankowski was designated for assignment. Acuña gives the team another option at second base and will also play center field, according to Mendoza. New York Mets' Juan Soto (22) celebrates with Luisangel Acuna (2) after scoring on an RBI hit by Brett Baty (7) during the fourth inning in the second baseball game of a doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles, Thursday, July 10, 2025, in Baltimore. AP The rookie, after entering the game as a defensive replacement for Brett Baty at second base in Game 1, started at the position in the nightcap. Mendoza said the plan when Acuña was optioned to Syracuse last month was for him to receive 40-50 plate appearances before potentially returning. He received 53 plate appearances. 'We knew how important he was for this ballclub,' Mendoza said. 'The versatility, the speed — there is a lot of upside there. He was a big part of this team the first couple of months, and it got to the point where we said, 'Let's get him some everyday playing time [at Syracuse],' and now it's time for him to be back up here and continue to help us win baseball games.' Paul Blackburn was scheduled to throw a bullpen session as he looks to return from a right shoulder impingement that has sidelined him since June 30.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
New York Mets announce lineup for Tuesday series opener vs Baltimore Orioles
BALTIMORE — As the Mets sprint to the All-Star break, they are hoping to continue to stack series victories. After bucking a downturn and winning back-to-back series against the Brewers and Yankees, the Mets will look to make it three in a row when they begin a three-game road series against the Orioles at 6:35 p.m. on Tuesday at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Advertisement The Mets made a series of roster moves before the series began on Tuesday, with Starling Marte being placed on the 10-day injured list with a right knee bone bruise while Jesse Winker was activated from the IL. The Mets have added right-handed pitcher Alex Carrillo to the roster while designating Zach Pop for assignment. As the Mets look to get their six-game road trip off on the right foot, they will turn to Clay Holmes to make the start on Tuesday. Holmes is 8-4 with a 2.99 ERA and 1.24 WHIP in 17 starts. Last time out, the veteran righty allowed two earned runs in 5⅓ innings with one strikeout in a no-decision against the Brewers. For the Orioles, rookie right-hander Brandon Young will be making his fifth start. He has yet to secure a major-league win, going 0-3 with 13 earned runs allowed in 16⅔ innings. As the Mets and Orioles get set to face off in the series opener, here are the lineups for both teams: Advertisement Mets announce Tuesday lineup vs Orioles Orioles lineup for Tuesday vs Mets This article originally appeared on NY Mets announce lineup for Tuesday series opener vs Baltimore Orioles
Washington Post
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Washington Post
Mets place Starling Marte on injured list with bruised right knee, activate Jesse Winker
BALTIMORE — The New York Mets placed Starling Marte on the 10-day injured list with a bruised right knee on Tuesday and activated Jesse Winker, who missed two months with an oblique injury. Marte and Winker play the outfield, but have been used primarily as the Mets' designated hitter. 'It's funny how things work,' manager Carlos Mendoza said. 'You gain one, you lose one.' Also on Tuesday, the Mets selected the contract of right-hander Alex Carrillo from Triple-A Syracuse and designated pitcher Zach Pop for assignment. Marte had seven hits in his last three games, including three on Sunday as the starting left fielder against the Yankees. The 36-year-old is batting .270 with four homers and 20 RBIs in 58 games. The Mets hope to have Marte back after the All-Star break. 'It was something he was dealing with during spring training and a little bit of last year,' Mendoza said. 'We're going to let it calm down. Talking with him today, he's in a pretty good spot.' Winker, activated from the 60-day injured list, last played on May 4. The left fielder is batting .239 with one home run and 10 RBIs in 24 games. 'He's a big bat, especially from the left side,' Mendoza said. 'You know what you're going to get at the plate. I'm excited to have him back.' Carrillo, signed by the Mets out of the Venezuelan Winter League, has a blistering fastball that has been clocked at 100 mph. 'It's a pretty cool story,' Mendoza said. 'A guy who was in Independent ball last year. I remember getting a call from someone in Venezuela that I know, telling me about this guy. We got him in the organization, and he's in the big leagues now. We're going to give him a good look here.' ___ AP MLB:
Al Arabiya
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Al Arabiya
Mets place Starling Marte on injured list with bruised right knee, activate Jesse Winker
The New York Mets placed Starling Marte on the 10-day injured list with a bruised right knee on Tuesday and activated Jesse Winker, who missed two months with an oblique injury. Marte and Winker play the outfield but have been used primarily as the Mets' designated hitter. 'It's funny how things work,' manager Carlos Mendoza said. 'You gain one, you lose one.' For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app. Also on Tuesday, the Mets selected the contract of right-hander Alex Carrillo from Triple-A Syracuse and designated pitcher Zach Pop for assignment. Marte had seven hits in his last three games, including three on Sunday as the starting left fielder against the Yankees. The 36-year-old is batting .270 with four home runs and 20 RBIs in 58 games. The Mets hope to have Marte back after the All-Star break. 'It was something he was dealing with during spring training and a little bit of last year,' Mendoza said. 'We're going to let it calm down. Talking with him today, he's in a pretty good spot.' Winker, activated from the 60-day injured list, last played on May 4. The left fielder is batting .239 with one home run and 10 RBIs in 24 games. 'He's a big bat, especially from the left side,' Mendoza said. 'You know what you're going to get at the plate. I'm excited to have him back.' Carrillo, signed by the Mets out of the Venezuelan Winter League, has a blistering fastball that has been clocked at 100 mph. 'It's a pretty cool story,' Mendoza said. 'A guy who was in Independent ball last year. I remember getting a call from someone in Venezuela that I know telling me about this guy. We got him in the organization and he's in the big leagues now. We're going to give him a good look here.'
