Polanco’s Second Chance with Mets

The Mets are giving Jorge Polanco another shot at recovery, sending him to Triple-A for a rehab assignment after a brutal season sidelined by Achilles bursitis and a wrist issue. Despite clear tests and a healed wrist, his ankle pain has plagued him since April, forcing an early exit from his May rehab stint. Signed to a lucrative two-year deal to play first base — a position he’s never held — Polanco’s durability has become a major concern, especially with Pete Alonso already entrenched there. With the Mets reeling at 34-48 and even firing their manager, the team’s hopes now rest on Polanco’s ability to return healthy and contribute — a tall order, but one they’re clinging to as their season spirals. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5447152d7da9bc99