Mets' Carson Benge has negative X-rays on wrist injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 5:35 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Mets rookie outfielder Carson Benge received encouraging news on his left wrist injury following Friday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Interim manager Andy Green reported that X-rays returned negative after Benge jammed his wrist into the outfield wall while making a catch. Benge had a productive game, going 2-for-2 with two RBIs and a stolen base before being replaced due to the injury. The Mets are expected to provide an update on Saturday regarding Benge's status after he has had time to rest.
- •Benge crashed into the wall during a catch in the fourth inning.
- •He was replaced by Cristian Pache after the injury.
- •Benge is batting.304 over his last 30 games.
- •X-rays are the only imaging done; further tests may follow.
- •Mets expect to update his condition on Saturday.
- 5:35 AMYahoo Sports — Mets interim manager Andy Green gives encouraging update on Carson Benge X-rays
"The Mets got good news on a scary-looking injury to their rookie outfielder, though the final word is still pending.
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