BREAKING: New York Mets Edwin Diaz Out For Season
New York Mets closer Edwin Díaz tore the patellar tendon in his right knee during the celebration after Puerto Rico’s WBC victory against the Dominican Republic. He will need surgery and is expected to miss the season.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) March 16, 2023
Brutal news for Edwin Diaz, one of the truly nice guys in the sport. Imagine the Mets all but have to go in on Britton now, not that it's a replacement.
— Laura Albanese (@AlbaneseLaura) March 16, 2023
General Manager Billy Eppler announced the news on Thursday, confirming that Diaz would be sidelined for the entire 2023 season due to the severity of the injury.
While the most optimistic recovery timeline could see Diaz returning in six months, the typical process involves eight months of rest and rehabilitation.
The update on Edwin Díaz is not good. He is likely to miss the entire season due to a patellar tendon injury.
— Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) March 16, 2023
Mets confirm that Edwin Diaz indeed tore his patellar tendon. He will undergo surgery that likely will sideline him for the entire season.
— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) March 16, 2023
In light of Diaz's absence, the Mets have several options to fill the closer role, including David Robertson, Adam Ottavino, and Brooks Raley.
The team may also seek in-season improvements to compensate for the loss of Diaz, as they aim to stay competitive in their pursuit of a World Series title. Further updates on Diaz's recovery will be provided after the surgery.
This regrettable development has undoubtedly dealt a blow to the Mets' plans for the upcoming season.
Just brutal news for the Mets and baseball in general.
More to come...
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