Mets’ Francisco Alvarez Faces MRI for Thumb Injury After Game
URGENT UPDATE: New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez is set to undergo an MRI on his right thumb after suffering a potential injury during last night’s game against the Seattle Mariners. The incident occurred during a head-first slide into second base in the seventh inning, raising immediate concerns for the Mets as they head into the final stretch of the season.
Alvarez, who was pivotal in the Mets’ 7-3 victory over the Mariners in the MLB Little League Classic, managed to stay in the game after hitting a double. However, he did not return to catch in the eighth inning, prompting Mets manager Carlos Mendoza to confirm the need for the MRI scheduled for today in New York.
“We’re monitoring the situation closely,” Mendoza stated. “Right now, we don’t know what we’re dealing with.” The Mets and their fans will be eagerly awaiting the results, as Alvarez has been a key player, going 3-for-4 with two runs scored and an RBI in last night’s game.
This injury comes at a critical time for the Mets as they push for playoff contention. The MRI results will determine if Alvarez will be sidelined for an extended period, impacting the team’s strategy moving forward. Fans and analysts alike are bracing for updates that could shape the remainder of the season.
Stay tuned for more breaking news as this story develops.
