Overview
- Jorge Polanco began a new rehab assignment with Triple‑A Syracuse on Saturday and went 0‑for‑3 in his first game.
- Polanco says his right wrist is fully healed, his leg feels stronger and the lingering Achilles pain is tolerable during game work.
- Mets president David Stearns has voiced hope for a return before the All‑Star break but called the injury 'tricky' and the team has not set an activation date.
- This is Polanco’s second rehab attempt after a late‑May assignment was halted following six minor‑league games because of renewed ankle soreness.
- If cleared, the Mets expect to use Polanco primarily as the designated hitter which could create roster pressure for younger players currently receiving regular at‑bats.