The New York Mets aim to manage this injury concerning All-Star second baseman/outfielder Jeff McNeil to prevent it from escalating into a more serious issue.
McNeil has been sidelined from hitting for a brief period due to left biceps soreness, as informed by Mets manager Carlos Mendoza to Tim Healey of Newsday and other journalists on Saturday. Currently, McNeil hasn’t undergone an MRI scan as the Mets don’t deem it necessary yet. He’ll refrain from hitting for a few days while continuing his defensive drills before being reevaluated on Tuesday. Should his condition worsen or fail to improve, the Mets may opt for imaging to take precautionary measures.
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The Mets are striving to get McNeil back on form following a challenging 2023 season. Having clinched the batting title previously, McNeil secured a lucrative four-year, $50 million contract extension last year. A healthy McNeil alongside outfielder Starling Marte could significantly bolster the Mets’ lineup, which faces several uncertainties. Infielder Joey Wendle is also nursing right shoulder soreness but is anticipated to debut in the spring league by week’s end, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com.
Though it’s early in spring training and Grapefruit League fixtures, the Mets have encountered their share of injuries, a common occurrence in the sport. Besides McNeil and Wendle, ace pitcher Kodai Senga is expected to be sidelined for several months due to a posterior capsule strain in his right shoulder, while Max Kranick is set to miss a substantial period due to a hamstring injury.
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