The New York Mets have seen plenty of drama in 2025, but Francisco Alvarez’s story feels almost cinematic. The young catcher has endured an onslaught of injuries, yet he refuses to fade quietly.

His persistence has become a rallying point for fans and teammates, a reminder that heart sometimes outweighs circumstance.

A season filled with pain and persistence

Alvarez has been sidelined since August 17, when a UCL strain in his right thumb forced him out of action. Surgery was the recommended path, yet Alvarez chose another route.

Rather than accept the possibility of missing the rest of the season, he worked tirelessly toward a comeback.

That determination, however, collided with bad fortune on Wednesday during a rehab game. A minor league pitcher hit Alvarez on the hand, leaving him w

See Full Page