Mets Closer Díaz Out for Season With Knee Injury Suffered Celebrating WBC Win

Mets closer Edwin Díaz suffered a torn patellar tendon while celebrating a World Baseball Classic win in March.
Díaz tried to return this season but suffered setbacks and will not pitch again in 2023.
The Mets have struggled this year and are out of playoff contention.
Díaz is expected to be ready for spring training and the 2024 season.
The Mets hope the star closer can contribute to a playoff push next season.