Ronny Mauricio, the future star of the New York Mets, was supposed to receive his shot this season to show that he is capable of being the player that everyone believes he can be. September 1st of the previous season marked his MLB debut, and in 101 at-bats, he slashed.248/.296/.347 with two home runs.
In December, the 22-year-old sustained a knee injury while competing with the Tigres del Licey in the Dominican Winter League.
It was eventually discovered that he required surgery to repair a ruptured ACL, which meant he would probably miss the entire 2024 season.
Mauricio discussed updates regarding his recuperation at the Mets Spring Training complex. Alan Suriel, his interpreter, explained what Mauricio had to say.
This is, in my opinion, one of those teaching moments from which I may benefit and develop more. Although I wouldn’t say it was a good thing in the strict sense, I can surely take a moment to think about it.
It’s safe to conclude that Steve Cohen intends to let this season play out and make a push during free agency next year, given that New York’s offseason decisions didn’t line up with those of a contending team.
If not for this injury, Mauricio would have had a significant chance to play, which is regrettable because he has the potential to be one of the better young players in the game.
With Edwin Diaz rupturing the patellar tendon in his right knee at the World Baseball Classic in March of last year, he is the second player from the Mets to sustain an injury in the offseason.
Mauricio gains knowledge from this experience and has an additional year to reflect and grow. He might have had his opportunity this year, but it will now have to wait.
