Mets Catcher Francisco Alvarez to Miss 6-8 Weeks After Hand Surgery

The 23-year-old fractured his left hamate bone during batting practice, leaving the team to consider internal and external options for a replacement.

Francisco Alvarez, the Mets' starting catcher, fractured the hamate bone in his left hand during batting practice and will undergo surgery, sidelining him for 6-8 weeks.
This marks the second consecutive year Alvarez has suffered a significant hand injury, raising concerns about his long-term durability.
Backup catcher Luis Torrens is expected to take over starting duties, with minor leaguers Jakson Reetz, Chris Williams, and Hayden Senger as potential backups.
The Mets' front office has not ruled out exploring external options, including trades or free-agent signings, to bolster their catching depth during Alvarez's absence.
Alvarez’s injury compounds other setbacks for the Mets, including injuries to pitchers Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas, further testing the team's depth ahead of the 2025 season.