Mets manager updates Jorge Polanco's injury rehab plan ahead of Braves game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 10:09 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Mets interim manager Andy Green provided an update on Jorge Polanco's injury rehab on July 6, 2026. Polanco, recovering from left Achilles bursitis, is expected to increase his workload by playing back-to-back games soon. He hit his second home run during his rehab assignment with Triple-A Syracuse, showing signs of readiness for a return to the MLB. Green did not give a specific return date but expressed eagerness for Polanco's return, highlighting his value as a powerful bat off the bench.
- •Polanco on the IL since April 18 due to left Achilles bursitis
- •Andy Green confirms plan for Polanco to play back-to-back games
- •Polanco hit his second homer in three rehab games on July 5
- •Green eager for Polanco's return to the Mets' lineup
- •Current status: no set return date for Polanco
- 10:09 PMYahoo Sports — Mets Notes: Andy Green reveals updated injury rehab plan for Jorge Polanco
"Mets interim manager Andy Green shared an update on Jorge Polanco, revealing a plan to have the slugger play in back-to-back games as part of his injury rehab from left Achilles bursitis.
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