Lindor undergoes elbow debridement, set for spring training 2026

Francisco Lindor underwent a minor debridement procedure on his right elbow recently, the New York Mets announced Wednesday, and the club said the shortstop is expected to be ready for spring training. The operation, described by the team as a cleanup of damaged tissue, follows a previous procedure in which Lindor had bone spurs removed from the same elbow after the 2023 season.

Debridement removes damaged areas of a tendon and is frequently used to address wear or irritation. The Mets did not provide a precise date for the surgery, only saying it occurred recently and would not delay Lindor’s preparation for the 2026 season. Lindor, who will turn 32 in November, played 160 games in 2025 while batting .267 with a .811 OPS, 31 home runs and 31 stolen bases, marking his second 30-30 season.

Lindor’s durability and production were highlights during a disappointing year for the Mets. New York began the season with high expectations and held the best record in baseball on June 12 at 45-24, but the club faded over the second half, going 38-55 down the stretch and finishing 83-79, missing the playoffs. The team’s offense remained among the better units in the league, led by Lindor...