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Mets Sign Jorge Polanco: $40M Deal Amid Injury Concerns

2/19/2026

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The New York Mets signed Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million contract to bolster the roster.
Polanco has durability concerns, playing 302 of 486 games from 2021 to 2023 due to injuries.
He has minimal experience at first base, a position he is expected to fill.
Manager Carlos Mendoza will gradually integrate Polanco into the lineup.
Polanco's defensive performance could limit the Mets' roster flexibility.

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Story summary

The New York Mets signed Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million contract to bolster the roster.
Polanco has durability concerns, playing 302 of 486 games from 2021 to 2023 due to injuries.
He has minimal experience at first base, a position he is expected to fill.
Manager Carlos Mendoza will gradually integrate Polanco into the lineup.
Polanco's defensive performance could limit the Mets' roster flexibility.