David Lennon: Mets' Francisco Alvarez a quick healer who can bolster club's struggling offense
The catcher beat initial expectations for a return from knee surgery by more than two weeks. That's more than other injured Mets can say.
Francisco Alvarez returns just a month after suffering torn meniscus as Mets hang around tight wild-card race
The 24-year-old Alvarez has been sidelined since May 12 with a torn meniscus in his right knee. Through 37 games played and 128 plate appearances this season, Alvarez owns a slash line of .241/.317/.393 with four home runs and an OPS+ of 100.
Mets Must Decide on Pitching Strategy After Kodai Senga's Injury Setback
The New York Mets have not performed up to expectations this year, entering Tuesday with a 29-36 record. However, they are beginning to turn their season around and not all hope is lost, especially if the team starts to get healthier.
Mets' Alvarez to have right knee surgery, Mendoza hopes catcher could return in 6-8 weeks
Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez needs surgery to repair a torn right meniscus in his right knee, and New York manager Carlos Mendoza hopes he could return in six-to-eight weeks following his fourth trip to the injured list since the start of 2024.