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Mets Win, But Alvarez Faces MRI for Thumb Injury

8/18/2025

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Francisco Alvarez of the New York Mets left the game against the Seattle Mariners due to a jammed right thumb. He recorded three hits, including two doubles.
Manager Carlos Mendoza announced Alvarez will have an MRI in New York to evaluate the injury.
The Mets secured a 7-3 victory, aided by Mark Vientos' three-run homer and Clay Holmes' five innings allowing one run.

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Francisco Alvarez of the New York Mets left the game against the Seattle Mariners due to a jammed right thumb. He recorded three hits, including two doubles.
Manager Carlos Mendoza announced Alvarez will have an MRI in New York to evaluate the injury.
The Mets secured a 7-3 victory, aided by Mark Vientos' three-run homer and Clay Holmes' five innings allowing one run.