NEW YORK -- New York Mets right-hander Christian Scott will not require Tommy John surgery after an MRI on Monday revealed an ulnar collateral ligament sprain and inflammation in his right elbow.
The development qualifies as good news for the Mets. The procedure would've ended Scott's season and cost him most of the 2025 campaign. Instead, the Mets are hopeful the rookie can pitch again this season.
The plan, according to manager Carlos Mendoza, is to shut Scott down for two weeks before ramping him back with an eye on returning in 2024.