Mets lose Pete Alonso replacement to season-ending ankle surgery
This is a miserable end to a bad season for the former All-Star.
The New York Mets have lost their replacement for Pete Alonso to season-ending ankle surgery, as reported by USA Today's Bob Nightengale on X. Jorge Polanco, who was signed to play first base despite being a natural second baseman, finished the season with 37 games, 20 hits, 2 home runs, and 6 RBIs. Polanco struggled to stay healthy, missing time due to wrist and ankle injuries after hitting 26 homers with a 133 OPS+ for the Seattle Mariners in 2025.
The Mets are far from contention in the National League, currently 11 games back of the third and final Wild Card spot. It may be beneficial for Polanco to sit out the remainder of the season and prepare for spring training next season. The Mets are expected to continue searching for a bounce-back season from 33-year-old Jorge Polanco.
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