Mets' Nick Madrigal Diagnosed with Shoulder Fracture; Sean Manaea to Start Season on IL

New York Mets infielder Nick Madrigal has been diagnosed with a fractured left shoulder after undergoing an MRI. The injury occurred during a spring training game against the Washington Nationals, where Madrigal fell awkwardly while making a play at shortstop. Initially diagnosed with a dislocated shoulder, further imaging revealed the fracture, which will sideline him for an extended period. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed that Madrigal will be out "for a long time," and the team is now evaluating their options to fill his spot on the roster.

​In addition to Madrigal's injury, Mets left-hander Sean Manaea is set to begin the season on the injured list due to a right oblique strain. Manaea, who recently signed a three-year, $75 million contract with the Mets, will be shut down from throwing for at least two weeks. The injury is expected to delay his return to the mound, and the Mets will need to rely on their rotation depth to cover his absence. This setback comes as the Mets aim for a strong start to the 2025 season, with high expectations following their offseason acquisitions