On Wednesday, our worst fears were realized, as it was announced that Yoenis Cespedes will undergo season-ending surgery, starting a recovery process that will stretch close to the midpoint of next season. It’s another tragic tale for the Mets, with a big star suffering a devastating and perhaps career-threatening injury. Allison McCague did a great job diving into why the Mets bare all the blame for this mess, so I’ll refer you to her for analysis of the medical aspects of this debacle.
Instead, let’s take a moment to analyze the financial implications of the injury.