The New York Mets’ bullpen continues to suffer as left-handed reliever Danny Young will miss the remainder of the 2025 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery. Already thin on left-handed options, this is another major setback for a struggling pitching staff.
Young was initially placed on the injured list last Wednesday after an MRI showed a sprain in his left elbow. His transfer to the 60-day IL on Sunday hinted at a serious issue, which was confirmed with the announcement of his surgery. The Mets are also awaiting the status of A.J. Minter, another key lefty reliever, who is sidelined with a lat injury that might also require surgery.
Young, who made his MLB debut in 2022 with the Mariners and Braves, joined the Mets and became a reliable bullpen piece. Last season, he appeared in 43 games with a 4.54 ERA and 48 strikeouts over 37.2 innings. This year, in 10 games, he posted a 4.32 ERA with 13 strikeouts and was expected to step up in Minter’s absence.
Known for being more effective against left-handed batters (.609 OPS against), Young’s absence further weakens a bullpen already under pressure. With much of the season still ahead, the Mets now face the challenge of reinforcing their relief corps.
“This couldn’t have come at a worse time,” Young said. “It’s tough. I wanted to help the team through this, but now we just have to deal with it.”