On Wednesday night, All-Star closer Edwin Diaz required a wheelchair to exit Puerto Rico’s World Baseball Classic game.
Mets fans were disappointed to learn that he had suffered a torn patellar tendon, announced by Mets GM Billy Eppler on Thursday, with a rough timeline of eight months for the injury.
This news means that Diaz is likely to miss the entire 2023 season.
The injury occurred as Diaz celebrated with his Puerto Rico teammates following their victory over the Dominican Republic, a game where Diaz’s save helped his country move into the WBC quarterfinals.
However, the joy was short-lived as Diaz ended up on the ground and could not stand up or put any weight on his leg.
Diaz’s injury was devastating news for him and the Mets.
He had signed a five-year, $102 million deal this off season and was a crucial part of the team’s bullpen.
The aftermath at loan Depot Park in Miami was emotional, with Diaz’s brother and Puerto Rico teammate Alexis in tears, and manager Yadier Molina stunned.
During pool play, Diaz had thrown twice for Puerto Rico and had not allowed a run or hit, striking out four batters across his two innings.
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