Boston Red Sox infielder Marcelo Mayer’s season is officially over, as the club announced he will undergo surgery on his right wrist on Sunday.
Mayer is believed to have suffered the injury in Boston’s win over Philadelphia on July 23rd, as he was removed from the game in the bottom of the 5th inning after complaining of soreness.
“It didn’t feel good,” Mayer said following the game in July. “I just took a check swing my first at-bat and kind of felt my wrist. I didn’t think much of it. Was able to throw the ball fine. Second at-bat, the second swing of my at-bat, I just felt like my wrist locked up.”
The 22 year old was subsequently placed on the 10 day injured list in the hopes that some time away from the field could get him back on track. Mayer received an anti-inflammatory injection in his wrist in early August in an attempt to alleviate the discomfort, but that doesn’t appear to have had much of an effect.
With time running out on the season, the club opted for surgery to correct the issue, and prevent it from being a longterm injury. Officially, it’s a TFCC (triangular fibrocartilage complex) injury, which means it’s the part of his wrist which helps keep the joint stabilized.
The slightly concerning part is that this is the same injury which the talented prospect dealt with in 2022 during his first pro season. By undergoing surgery, Boston hopes that it will correct the issue once and for all.
The former 4th overall pick from the 2021 MLB Draft has hit .228 with 4 home runs, 10 RBIs, and 20 runs scored across 127 at bats in 2025. While his offence has lagged behind at the Major League level, Mayer has played more than capable defence for the Red Sox at both 3rd base and short stop when called upon.
Entering Sunday’s slate of games, Boston trails Toronto by 5 games for the AL East lead, but currently occupy the 1st AL wildcard spot with a 68-56 record. The Red Sox will look to wrap up their series with Miami Sunday at Fenway Park.
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