Francisco Lindor will undergo surgery for hand injury
New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor will undergo surgery on his left hand. The surgical intervention aims to correct an overload reaction in the hamate bone, an injury that will keep him away from the playing fields for approximately six weeks.
The information was confirmed by manager Carlos Mendoza, following the player’s medical evaluation on Tuesday.
According to David Stearns, the team’s president of baseball operations, the Puerto Rican player recently began to feel discomfort. Despite this, the organization maintains an optimistic attitude about his recovery, hoping he can be ready for the start of the regular season on March 26, when the Mets host the Pirates at Citi Field.
At 32 years old, Lindor has demonstrated remarkable physical endurance, despite the various discomforts he has faced in recent years. In the last four seasons, he has averaged 158 games played, which shows his consistency.
Last October, he underwent minor surgery on his right elbow, which prevented him from participating in the World Baseball Classic. In addition, he played with a fractured toe for much of the 2025 season and had back problems towards the end of 2024.
Despite these physical inconveniences, the Puerto Rican has maintained a high level of performance, establishing himself as one of the most productive shortstops in Major League Baseball and finishing among the top ten in voting for the National League Most Valuable Player award in each season since 2022.
While Lindor recovers, the Mets have several experienced options at the position within their 40-player roster, including Dominicans Ronny Mauricio and Vidal Bruján.
They could also turn to non-roster invitees Christian Arroyo, Jackson Cluff, and Grae Kessinger to cover shortstop during his absence.
