Carlos Mendoza’s club shows resolve after gut punch from Clay Holmes’ injury
Carlos Mendoza, manager of the Mets, expressed his disappointment following the loss of Clay Holmes due to a fractured fibula. This injury is particularly impactful as Holmes has been a key player for the team during a challenging season. Mendoza acknowledged the emotional toll of the situation, indicating that it felt different from previous setbacks.
- ▪Clay Holmes suffered a fractured fibula, impacting the Mets' season significantly.
- ▪Mendoza described the loss as tough, highlighting the emotional weight it carried for the team.
- ▪Holmes was considered a crucial player in the Mets' efforts to improve their performance and playoff chances.
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subway series Joel Sherman Carlos Mendoza’s club shows resolve after gut punch from Clay Holmes’ injury By Joel Sherman Published May 17, 2026, 12:43 a.m. ET Juan Soto rips a single during the seventh inning of the Mets' win over the Yankees. Jason Szenes Carlos Mendoza can find something positive to say about how a sewer smells. He can look at rags and see riches. He is a man who reacts to crisis and despair with positivity and resolve. Access the Mets beat like never before Don’t miss Mike Puma’s text messages from Queens and beyond — he’s giving Sports+ subscribers the inside buzz on the Mets. Sign up Now So how he looked and sounded after Friday night’s loss — of a game to the Yankees and, more dramatically, of Clay Holmes for a while — was stark.
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