JUST IN : Mets Hit Hard as Key Reliever A.J. Minter Set to Miss Significant Time and sets to miss multiple games so bad for the Mets

 

The New York Mets are bracing for a tough blow to their bullpen, as veteran reliever A.J. Minter is expected to land on the injured list with a triceps injury. The left-hander, who has been a key arm out of the pen, began feeling tightness and discomfort in his throwing arm, prompting immediate concern from the team’s medical staff. Initial evaluations suggest that Minter could miss some significant time, forcing the Mets to shuffle their late-inning options. It’s an untimely setback for a bullpen already navigating a demanding stretch of the season, and Minter’s absence will leave a noticeable void in high-leverage situations

The New York Mets are staring down a serious bullpen crisis, as veteran left-handed reliever A.J. Minter is expected to be placed on the injured list with a troubling triceps injury. Minter, who has been a cornerstone of the Mets’ late-inning plans this season, first reported tightness and sharp discomfort in his throwing arm following his most recent outing. After undergoing an initial evaluation, the team’s medical staff recommended immediate shutdown to prevent further damage, and early indications suggest Minter could be sidelined for an extended period.

The 30-year-old southpaw has been a workhorse for New York, logging critical innings in high-leverage spots and anchoring a bullpen that has already dealt with its fair share of inconsistencies. His fastball command and devastating cutter have made him one of the Mets’ most trusted arms, particularly against left-handed hitters, and his absence leaves a gaping hole in a unit that was already stretched thin.

Minter’s injury comes at a particularly brutal time, with the Mets entering a grueling stretch of their schedule and clinging to postseason hopes. The front office is now weighing its options, exploring internal call-ups and possible trade market reinforcements to patch the immediate void. But replacing Minter’s steady presence and playoff-tested grit won’t be easy — and in a season where every game matters, the Mets suddenly find themselves scrambling for answers at the back end of the bullpen.