The New York Mets have been dealt a significant blow with second baseman expected to miss the rest of the season due to a fractured wrist.
The injury occurred during Friday night’s game against the Cincinnati Reds when McNeil was hit by a 74-mph curveball from Reds pitcher Brandon Williamson.
Initially, McNeil didn’t think much of the impact, but later tests revealed the fracture’s seriousness.
“It didn’t hurt that much at all,” McNeil said on Saturday before the Mets’ rematch with the Reds at Citi Field.
Despite the minor initial pain, McNeil is projected to be out for 4-6 weeks, which is a major setback for the Mets’ season prospects.
Although McNeil hasn’t officially ruled out a return this season, he acknowledged that a comeback would likely require a significant playoff run, which is uncertain given the Mets’ current position.
In McNeil’s absence, veteran Jose Iglesias is expected to take over at second base. There’s also speculation that the Mets may call up top prospect Luisangel Acuna later this month to add depth.
McNeil’s injury is a considerable setback for the Mets, who are already facing a challenging road ahead. His absence will be deeply felt as the team works to finish the season strong without one of their key contributors.
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