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Mets' Frankie Montas to Undergo Surgery, Likely Out for 2026

8/29/2025

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Frankie Montas of the New York Mets will have surgery for a torn UCL, likely missing the entire 2026 season.
He has a $17 million player option for 2026 but struggled in 2025 with a 6.28 ERA over nine starts.
Manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed the injury's severity after Montas reported bicep pain post-game.

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Frankie Montas of the New York Mets will have surgery for a torn UCL, likely missing the entire 2026 season.
He has a $17 million player option for 2026 but struggled in 2025 with a 6.28 ERA over nine starts.
Manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed the injury's severity after Montas reported bicep pain post-game.