Mets' Carlos Mendoza Announces Unfortunate Injury News

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Ayomide Adeduyite | Last updated May 6, 2025 1:35 PM ET

The New York Mets secured a 5-4 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night, snapping a two-game losing streak and improving their record to 23-13. Pete Alonso launched a two-run homer in the fourth inning, followed by Francisco Lindor's three-run blast in the seventh, providing the Mets with a 5-1 lead. Despite a late rally by the Diamondbacks, the Mets' bullpen, highlighted by Reed Garrett and Edwin Díaz, preserved the win.

The win strengthens the Mets hold as the National League East's top team, three games above the Philadelphia Phillies (19-15). However, for Mets fans, the win was tempered by significant injury news announced by manager Carlos Mendoza.

According to Mendoza, outfielder Jesse Winker will be sidelined for six to eight weeks due to a Grade 2 oblique strain sustained during a throw in a recent game. Additionally, left-handed reliever A.J. Minter is set to undergo season-ending lat surgery, and fellow lefty Danny Young will miss the remainder of the season after opting for Tommy John surgery.

These injuries pose challenges for the Mets' roster depth.

Carlos Mendoza provided the following injury updates:

-Jesse Winker will miss 6-8 weeks with the Mets with a grade 2 oblique strain
-A.J. Minter will undergo season-ending lat surgery
-Danny Young will miss the remainder of the season as he will undergo Tommy John Surgery pic.twitter.com/06nF0mII8r
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) May 6, 2025

Minter's absence leaves a void in the Mets' bullpen, particularly against left-handed hitters. His ability to handle high-leverage situations will be missed, and the team will need to rely on other relievers to fill his role. The 31-year-old, who signed a two-year, $22 million contract with the Mets in January 2025 has made 13 appearances this season, posting a stellar 1.64 ERA with 14 strikeouts over 11 innings.

Young, who is set to miss the remainder of the 2025 season and potentially part of 2026, appeared in 10 games this season, recording a 4.32 ERA with 13 strikeouts over 8.1 innings. As for Winker, who is hitting .239 with one home run and 10 RBIs in 24 games, his absence removes a left-handed bat from the lineup, affecting the Mets' offensive depth.

The Mets will continue their series against the Diamondbacks with games on Tuesday and Wednesday. They aim to maintain their momentum and adapt to the recent roster changes as they navigate the challenges posed by these injuries.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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