The New York Mets face a challenging period without center fielder Jose Siri, who has been placed on the injured list with a fractured left tibia. Manager Carlos Mendoza indicated that Siri could be sidelined for around three weeks. In the interim, Tyrone Taylor is set to take over the bulk of the center field duties, while other outfield configurations are expected to be explored, utilizing Brandon Nimmo and several infielders as potential alternatives.

Jeff McNeil, currently recovering from an oblique strain, may also be called upon to play center field, as he is being prepared for outfield duties. The Mets are not overly concerned about McNeil's transition, given his experience in the outfield. Meanwhile, the team works with their injured pitchers, including Paul Blackburn and Sean Manaea, who are progressing in their rehab as the Mets navigate this tough stretch without Siri.

Veteran MLB umpire Hunter Wendelstedt was hospitalized after a foul ball struck him in the head during a game between the New York Mets and Minnesota Twins. The incident occurred when a foul hit from Tyrone Taylor, outfielder for the Twins, hit Wendelstedt square in the face while he was positioned at first base. Despite initially collapsing on the field, Wendelstedt managed to walk off under his own power. Crew chief Todd Tichenor expressed relief but noted the seriousness of the hit, indicating Wendelstedt underwent concussion protocol afterward.

Since the tragic death of a minor league coach in 2007 due to a similar incident, MLB has mandated that base coaches wear helmets; umpires, however, do not have this requirement. Twins manager Rocco Baldelli commented on the incident, wishing Wendelstedt well and expressing gratitude for his walk-off. The series between the Mets and Twins concluded with this match, leaving uncertainties surrounding Wendelstedt's next game assignment.

In a tense moment during the Twins-Mets game, umpire Hunter Wendelstedt was struck in the head by a line drive from Mets center fielder Tyrone Taylor. The incident occurred in the seventh inning at Target Field, causing Wendelstedt to fall immediately after being hit. Medical staff attended promptly, and he was later taken to a hospital for evaluation, with early reports suggesting only stitches may be necessary. Wendelstedt left the field under his own power, indicating his condition was stable.

The Twins also faced injury woes as outfielder Matt Wallner was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left hamstring strain. Additionally, Willi Castro exited the game with mild oblique tightness, while Carlos Correa remains a concern with wrist soreness. The team's depth is further tested as they recently traded for infielder Jonah Bride to provide additional support.

Brandon Nimmo of the New York Mets played through plantar fasciitis during the postseason, impacting his performance. Despite this, he is optimistic about his recovery after receiving a PRP injection following the Mets' elimination. Currently, he is working out four days a week but has not yet started running.

Nimmo's injury may have contributed to his struggles in the second half of the season. He is expected to continue in left field as the Mets bolster their lineup with new acquisitions.