A.J. Minter nearing MLB return in huge boost to Mets bullpen
A.J. Minter is nearing a return to the New York Mets bullpen after completing a rehab assignment following lat surgery. The left-handed reliever, who has been limited to 13 games since signing a two-year, $22 million deal, is expected to rejoin the team during their upcoming road trip. His return comes as the Mets' bullpen, including struggling offseason additions Luke Weaver and Devin Williams, has underperformed.
- ▪A.J. Minter is recovering from surgery to repair a lat tear and has been on a minor league rehab assignment.
- ▪Minter is scheduled to pitch for Triple-A Syracuse and may be tested by pitching twice in three days before returning to the majors.
- ▪The Mets activated infielder Andy Ibanez from waivers and optioned Eric Wagaman to Syracuse.
- ▪Minter's fastball velocity has been in the low 90s during rehab outings.
- ▪Luke Weaver and Devin Williams, key offseason bullpen additions, have struggled in high-pressure situations.
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MLB New York Mets A.J. Minter nearing MLB return in huge boost to Mets bullpen By Mike Puma Published May 1, 2026, 8:59 p.m. ET ANAHEIM, Calif. — A.J. Minter returned to Queens during the Mets’ last homestand to work out in front of team officials. The next time his teammates see him, he is expected to be an active player. The lefty reliever’s minor league rehab assignment is set to expire Thursday, so Minter will join the team on this road trip no later than the series that begins in Arizona next Friday, barring a physical setback. Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets.
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