Mets Announce Roster Move Amid 9-Game Skid

Struggling team calls up minor leaguer Hayden Senger as Jorge Polanco hits IL

Apr. 18, 2026 at 5:57pm

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The New York Mets have announced a roster move ahead of Saturday's game against the Chicago Cubs, placing infielder Jorge Polanco on the injured list with a right wrist contusion and calling up minor league catcher Hayden Senger. The move comes as the Mets are in the midst of a 9-game losing streak, their longest skid of the season so far.

Why it matters

The Mets have gotten off to a disappointing start this season and are hoping this roster move can provide a spark to help end their current losing streak. Polanco's injury is another blow to a team that has dealt with several key injuries early on.

The details

The Mets announced the roster move on Saturday, a day after losing 12-4 to the Cubs. Polanco, who the Mets acquired in the offseason, has struggled at the plate, batting just .208 with one home run and five RBIs. Senger, 25, has been playing at Triple-A this season and will now get his first taste of major league action.

  • The Mets announced the roster move on Saturday, April 18, 2026, ahead of their game against the Cubs.
  • The Mets are currently in the midst of a 9-game losing streak.

The players

Jorge Polanco

Mets infielder who was placed on the injured list with a right wrist contusion.

Hayden Senger

25-year-old minor league catcher who was called up from Triple-A to replace Polanco on the Mets' roster.

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What they’re saying

“The Mets placed Jorge Polanco on the injured list with a right wrist contusion. Hayden Senger was called up. A nightmare season so far the Mets.”

— Jorge Castillo, ESPN reporter

What’s next

The Mets will hope that Senger can provide a spark off the bench as they look to end their 9-game losing streak and get their season back on track.

The takeaway

The Mets' struggles this season have forced them to make roster moves, including placing a key offseason acquisition in Polanco on the injured list. The team is hoping a minor league call-up in Senger can help turn things around amid their current skid.