**NEW YORK — Mets rookie right-hander Christian Scott is set to undergo Tommy John surgery next week and is expected to miss the entire 2025 season.**
Scott hasn’t pitched since July 21 due to a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow but was hopeful about a return this month as the Mets pushed for a National League playoff spot.
“I think it’s safe to say that he’s done for next year,” said New York manager Carlos Mendoza. “That’s why we waited—he gave it a try because if this was the decision, we knew he was going to be done anyway.”
The 25-year-old Scott began throwing off a mound late last month but struggled to increase the velocity of his off-speed pitches. “I just couldn’t get over the hump with some of them. Once I reached 82, 83 mph, it felt like before,” Scott explained. After discussions with the medical staff, they concluded that surgery was the best path forward.
Scott will undergo a hybrid version of Tommy John surgery, which includes traditional ligament replacement along with an internal brace. Dr. Keith Meister will perform the procedure.
This surgery addresses long-standing issues for Scott, who previously missed three weeks last season due to a partially torn ligament in his elbow when he posted a 2.57 ERA across three affiliates and earned the Mets’ minor league pitcher of the year title.
“Obviously, I love to compete, but this is what we sign up for. It’s unfortunate, but I’ll stay positive and focus on being my best self to compete in ’26,” Scott said.
In his brief major league stint, he finished with a 0-3 record, a 4.56 ERA, and 39 strikeouts over 47.1 innings in nine starts.
Mendoza noted that while Scott’s long recovery is unfortunate, the experience he gained this season will aid in his development.
In other injury news, Kodai Senga, who strained his left calf in July, plans to pitch for Triple-A Syracuse this weekend. Paul Blackburn, acquired from Oakland, also faced setbacks but aims to return next week after dealing with a spinal fluid leak.
