On the Mets beat
Mets beat writer David Lennon offers breaking news, commentary, and musings from his perch at Citi Field.
Season-ending knee surgery for Oliver Perez
Unreal.
Here's the official release from the Mets:
"Oliver Perez today was examined by Mets Medical Director Dr. David Altchek at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan.
"Upon the exam, Perez was diagnosed with patella tendon tendinosis in his right knee, which will require season-ending surgery.
"He is expected to fully recover and be ready for Spring...
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