Jorge Polanco returns to Mets' lineup after nearly three months out
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 11:37 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Jorge Polanco is back in the New York Mets' lineup following a nearly three-month absence due to injuries to his right wrist and left Achilles. He last played on April 14 and returned as the designated hitter in a game against the Kansas City Royals. Polanco expressed gratitude and excitement for his comeback, having previously struggled with his chronic Achilles issue and a right wrist contusion that placed him on the injured list. To accommodate Polanco's return, the Mets optioned infielder Ronny Mauricio to Triple-A Syracuse and made several roster adjustments as they aim to manage Polanco's playing time.
- •Polanco returns after missing time since April 14.
- •He was batting.179 with one home run in 56 at-bats before injury.
- •Mets option Ronny Mauricio to Triple-A Syracuse for roster space.
- •Polanco is expected to serve primarily as designated hitter.
- •Andy Green emphasizes flexibility with Polanco's presence in late-game situations.
- 12:32 AMESPN MLB — Polanco back in Mets' lineup after 3-month rehab
- 11:15 PMYahoo Sports — Polanco returns to the Mets' lineup after missing 3 months with wrist, Achilles injuries
"Jorge Polanco returned to the New York Mets' lineup Tuesday after missing nearly three months with right wrist and left Achilles injuries. “Feeling good,” Polanco said before the Mets opened a series against Kansas City. Polanco, who hasn’t played since April 14, was batting sixth as the designated hitter.
"Jorge Polanco returned to the New York Mets' lineup Tuesday after missing nearly three months with right wrist and left Achilles injuries.
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External links- ESPN MLBJul 8, 2026, 12:32 AMPolanco back in Mets' lineup after 3-month rehab
Jorge Polanco returned to the New York Mets' lineup Tuesday after missing nearly three months with right wrist and left Achilles injuries.
- Yahoo SportsJul 7, 2026, 11:15 PMPolanco returns to the Mets' lineup after missing 3 months with wrist, Achilles injuries
Jorge Polanco returned to the New York Mets' lineup Tuesday after missing nearly three months with right wrist and left Achilles injuries. “Feeling good,” Polanco said before the Mets opened a series against Kansas City. Polanco, who hasn’t played since April 14, was batting sixth as the designated hitter.
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