In the highly anticipated Subway Series clash between the New York Yankees and the New York Mets, excitement quickly turned to concern for the fans. The Mets’ star catcher, Francisco Alvarez, suffered a finger injury that could significantly impact the team’s post-season aspirations.
During the game, Alvarez was struck on the finger by a pitch from Yankees’ pitcher Albert Abreu, forcing him to leave the field and raising doubts about his immediate availability. As teams gear up just before the deadline, the injury comes at a turning point in the season for both franchises.
How does Francisco Alvarez’s exit affect the New York Mets?
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Fans were upset that their star catcher could possibly be injured seriously enough to leave the game mid-way. Notably, Alvarez has been a standout performer for the Mets this season, emerging as a pivotal force in their lineup.
With an impressive 19 home runs and a remarkable 0.792 OPS, he has been a driving force behind the Mets’ offensive success. His consistent hitting and ability to handle the pitching staff made him an invaluable asset. No doubt his sudden absence could prove to be a major setback for the team.
Alvarez, however, has indicated that the initial scans are not damaging and he will be back to the lineup soon enough.
Francisco Alvarez says there is no concern with his finger and that the X-rays he took came back negative pic.twitter.com/QnD4jpP1qV
— SNY (@SNYtv) July 26, 2023
The Mets are locked in a fierce battle for a playoff spot, and losing Alvarez for any significant amount of time could severely hamper their chances of making a postseason run. The Mets, however, got over the initial hiccups to win on the night, snagging a comfortable 9-3 victory to open the Subway Series.
Fans React to Francisco Alvarez’s unfortunate injury
The Buck Showalter-led side was understandably upset to lose one of their key performers this season. With their postseason hopes hanging by a thread, fans took to social media to make their feelings known.
Some fans chose to instead dig into the Subway Series rivalry, asking for their own piece in the second game of the series.
Fuck the Yankees
— officialtbirder (@officialtbirder) July 26, 2023
We better hit them tomorrow
— Albin (@knicksalbin) July 26, 2023
Aim for Stanton
— Jamie (@Jamie34886557) July 26, 2023
Most fans were hopeful that the injury was not concerning and wouldn’t cut short the recently resurgent Mets.
PLEASE don’t be hurt
— nyclmd (@lmdnewyork) July 26, 2023
please be okay 😭
— lfgm (@waffledolphin1) July 26, 2023
Some fans were quick to jump to conclusions about the injury ruling out the star catcher for potentially the season.
He is out for the year. Just watch.
— BMC (@BMC393) July 26, 2023
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Some fans even took aim at manager Buck Showalter over the incident.
When is buck going to send a message to teams who hit us. This happens way too often and we do nothing about it. It’s clear team know it and take advantage of it
— Danny Miller (@DannyMi45312999) July 26, 2023
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The Subway Series has always been an intense and emotional contest. And while the injury to Alvarez is unfortunate, it only added another layer of drama to this storied rivalry. As the Mets look ahead, the hope is that they can weather this storm and continue their pursuit of a postseason berth.
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