Jesse Winker of the New York Mets has been sidelined for six to eight weeks due to a Grade 2 oblique strain, confirmed by manager Carlos Mendoza. This injury occurred during a recent game against the St. Louis Cardinals while making a throw from left field, where he was filling in after primarily DH-ing earlier in the season.

A.J. Minter, a key reliever, is also set for season-ending surgery due to a torn lat muscle, having posted a 1.64 ERA in 13 appearances. As Winker’s replacement, infielder Brett Baty, who previously struggled with a .204 batting average this season, has been called up from Triple-A Syracuse. Mendoza expressed confidence in Baty's versatility, highlighting his ability to play multiple positions and contribute as a left-handed bat.