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Mets Reliever A.J. Minter Faces Potential Season-Ending Surgery for Lat Injury

Minter, a key bullpen asset, is weighing surgery or extended rehab as the Mets adjust to his uncertain timeline.

Apr 26, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Mets pitcher A.J. Minter (33) throws to the Washington Nationals during the eighth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • A.J. Minter, signed to a two-year, $22 million deal this offseason, is contemplating surgery for a significant lat injury that could end his season.
  • The Mets placed Minter on the 15-day injured list after he exited Saturday's game with triceps discomfort, later diagnosed as a strained lat.
  • Manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed that Minter's decision on surgery is expected within the next day or two, with rest and rehab as the alternative option.
  • Minter had been a vital eighth-inning bridge to closer Edwin Díaz, posting a 1.64 ERA over 13 appearances this season before his injury.
  • The Mets have begun reshuffling their bullpen, signing Brooks Raley and calling up other arms, while left-hander Danny Young remains the only active lefty reliever.