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Mets' Roster Hopeful Suffers Devastating Knee Injury
Mike Tauchman's push for a spot on the New York Mets' Opening Day roster has come to an abrupt end.
Mar. 22, 2026 at 5:38pm
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Veteran outfielder Mike Tauchman suffered a left meniscus tear, ending his push for a spot on the Mets' Opening Day roster. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters that Tauchman will require surgery and there is currently no timetable for his return.
Why it matters
Tauchman was competing for one of the final roster spots on the Mets, and his injury opens the door for other players like Vidal Bruján and Carson Benge to make the team. The Mets will now have to adjust their plans for the start of the season.
The details
Tauchman, 35, was signed by the Mets to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training. He was competing with Bruján and Benge, the organization's No. 2 prospect, for the final two spots on the Mets' roster. Tauchman had been performing well in spring training, but he suffered the injury while running out a ground ball and had to exit the game.
- On March 21, 2026, Tauchman attempted to run out to right field but came up limping and had to exit the game.
- On March 22, 2026, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza announced that Tauchman has a meniscus tear in his left knee and will require surgery.
The players
Mike Tauchman
A 35-year-old veteran outfielder who was signed by the Mets to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training.
Carlos Mendoza
The manager of the New York Mets.
Vidal Bruján
A 28-year-old outfielder who was competing with Tauchman and Benge for a roster spot with the Mets.
Carson Benge
The Mets' No. 2 prospect, a 23-year-old outfielder who was competing for a roster spot.
What they’re saying
“Unfortunately, he's going to be down for a while. He started feeling discomfort yesterday, and he got to a point where he couldn't do it [anymore]. …Trainers kind of knew right away when he came out, because we sent him for an MRI.”
— Carlos Mendoza, Mets Manager
What’s next
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The takeaway
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