Jorge Polanco pulled from rehab assignment as his brutal Mets season hits another potential setback
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Jorge Polanco was pulled from his rehab assignment with the Mets, casting doubt on his return timeline after a disappointing season. The infielder, acquired to bolster the team's lineup, has struggled during his time in Queens. The move marks another complication in what has been a frustrating campaign for both the player and the organization. Polanco's absence leaves the Mets searching for offensive production as they navigate the stretch drive. The exact reason for the pullback wasn't immediately clear, but it signals potential injury concerns or adjustment difficulties.
Jorge Polanco was not in the lineup for Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday after experiencing ankle soreness, the team announced, and his rehab assignment has been shut down by the Mets.
Polanco will now head back to New York for further re-evaluation on his ankle after dealing with Achilles bursitis that has been nagging him all season.
Earlier in the week, manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters that Polanco "could be in play" to return to the team when it began a three-game series in San Diego this weekend. However, on Friday, before the series opener, Polanco remained in Triple-A as the skipper said he needed more volume both in terms of his at-bats and defense.
In six games between Double-A and Triple-A, Polanco went 2-for-12 with a home run and five walks.
Despite the results, it looked like Polanco was at least trending in the right direction to rejoin the Mets, but now his future is completely up in the air.