Mets' Francisco Lindor 'Attacking Rehab' After Surgery

Star shortstop is already back at team facilities less than a week after hamate bone surgery.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor is already "attacking the rehab process," less than one week after undergoing surgery to repair his left hamate bone, manager Carlos Mendoza disclosed. Lindor is expected to return in time for Opening Day, following a similar timeline to Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez who had the same procedure last year.

Why it matters

Lindor is a key player for the Mets, and his quick recovery from this surgery will be crucial for the team's success in the upcoming season. The Mets were optimistic about his return timeline, and Lindor's proactive approach to his rehab is a positive sign.

The details

Mendoza said Lindor has been "in a good spot in attacking the rehab process" and has been present at the team's facilities, including being "in the cages" and "on the half field, sitting there and watching guys." The manager added that Lindor will begin "ramping up" his conditioning and throwing in the coming days as he works towards a return.

  • Lindor had surgery on Wednesday, February 15, 2026.
  • He was initially prescribed a six-week timetable to return, which would put him right at Opening Day.

The players

Francisco Lindor

New York Mets star shortstop who underwent surgery to repair his left hamate bone.

Carlos Mendoza

Manager of the New York Mets.

Francisco Alvarez

Mets catcher who had surgery on a fractured left hamate bone during the spring last season and was sidelined for just over six weeks.

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What they’re saying

“He's in a good spot in attacking the rehab process, which he's already doing. You could see him, full uni, almost everywhere in the building. This is a guy who gets bored. Last time I saw him, he was in the cages. But he's been on the half field, sitting there and watching guys, he's in the training room, he's in the weight room, he's in the locker room.”

— Carlos Mendoza, Manager (amny.com)

“We'll see how everything continues to evolve, but overall, he's in a good place.”

— Carlos Mendoza, Manager (amny.com)

What’s next

Lindor will begin "ramping up" his conditioning and throwing in the coming days as he works towards a return in time for Opening Day.

The takeaway

Lindor's proactive approach to his rehab and the Mets' optimism about his recovery timeline are positive signs for the team, as the star shortstop's return will be crucial to their success in the upcoming season.