Francisco Alvarez ready to test his thumb in hopes of returning to the Mets
Mets’ Francisco Alvarez Delays Surgery for Thumb Injury Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez is facing a decision about the 2025 season—specifically, he’s not ready to sit out completely yet. He’s acknowledged the need for surgery on a sprained ligament in his right thumb but intends to wait until the offseason to go under the knife. Alvarez, […]
Francisco Alvarez of the Mets missing time might disrupt his performance
Mets’ Concern Over Alvarez’s Injury The Mets didn’t provide updates on Francisco Alvarez’s MRI as of Monday, following the catcher injuring his right thumb during a game in Seattle. It’s clear they can’t afford to lose him for an extended period. Manager Carlos Mendoza expressed “concern” over Alvarez’s thumb during Sunday evening’s comments. This isn’t […]
Francisco Alvarez leaves Mets game prematurely due to hand injury
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — The Mets faced another setback on Sunday, with catcher Francisco Alvarez sustaining an injury. During the game, Alvarez hurt his right thumb while sliding headfirst on the very first attempt in the seventh inning of their 7-3 win over Seattle in the Little League Classic. After being examined by the trainer, he […]
Francisco Alvarez of the Mets escapes serious injury after taking a foul tip to the mask
SAN DIEGO Francisco Alvarez experienced some dizziness but managed to avoid a concussion after a foul tip struck his face mask, prompting an early exit from Wednesday’s game. The incident occurred in the fifth inning when Martin Maldonado’s foul ball hit Alvarez on the side of his mask. Following the incident, Alvarez was assessed by […]
Francisco Alvarez was transformed by his demotion with the Mets.
Francisco Alvarez Returns to the Mets with Determination Francisco Alvarez is back in Queens, and he’s set on making his mark in the majors for good. The catcher was brought up from Triple-A Syracuse just in time for Monday’s series opener against the Angels at Citi Field. “For me, the biggest focus has been on […]
Francisco Alvarez of the Mets stands out during his time in Triple-A while aiming for a return to the major leagues.
Francisco Alvarez is making headlines with his recent performance, catching the attention of the Mets. The catcher, playing for Triple-A Syracuse, has launched six home runs in just four games, highlighting his developing skills behind the plate. Coach Carlos Mendoza mentioned that he’s been improving significantly, especially since he was called to this open-ended assignment. […]
Francisco Alvarez fulfilling Mets’ expectations with impressive minor league performance
Kansas City, Mo. — Francisco Alvarez is excelling in the minor leagues, while the timeline for his return to the Mets remains uncertain. This past Sunday, the catcher hit his third home run in just two games for Triple-A Syracuse and currently boasts a 1.196 OPS in July. Mets officials have noted his growth behind […]
David Stearns is straightforward about expectations for Francisco Alvarez following Mets demotion.
Alvarez Heads Back to Triple-A Sometimes you have to take a step back to move forward. That’s the case for young catcher Francisco Alvarez, who will be going back to Triple-A with the Syracuse Mets. David Stearns, the Mets president of baseball operations, mentioned to reporters that this isn’t an unusual move for a player […]
Reasons behind the Mets’ decision to demote Francisco Alvarez
Alvarez Sent to Triple-A Syracuse In Philadelphia, the 23-year-old catcher Francisco Alvarez was sent down to Triple-A Syracuse, as confirmed by the Mets on Sunday. The forward-looking team believes this move will help him regain his form on both offense and defense before he returns to the big leagues. Coach Carlos Mendoza expressed confidence in […]
Anita Alvarez discusses her near-drowning experience.
American Olympian Anita Alvarez had a dramatic incident at the World Aquatics Championship in June 2022 when she had to be rescued from the pool after momentarily losing consciousness. Fast forward to 2024, she contributed to Team USA’s success, helping them secure a silver medal at the Paris Olympics. However, that harrowing moment when her […]