Clay Holmes’ positive injury news comes with one minor Mets snag
Clay Holmes has received positive news regarding his fractured fibula, as he will not require surgery. However, his recovery may take longer than expected, with a projected return in early August. This timeline coincides with the trade deadline, complicating potential deals for the Mets.
- ▪Clay Holmes will not need surgery for his fractured fibula.
- ▪His recovery is expected to take longer, with a return estimated for early August.
- ▪The timing of his return coincides with the August 3 trade deadline, making trades more complicated.
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Jon Heyman Clay Holmes’ positive injury news comes with one minor Mets snag By Jon Heyman Published May 28, 2026, 7:23 p.m. ET Mets catcher Luis Torrens (13) looks down at the leg of pitcher Clay Holmes (35) during the fifth inning against the New York Yankees. Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images Clay Holmes recently learned he won’t need surgery as there was no displacement with his fractured fibula, according to sources, and that’s great news for his long-term health, which benefits both him and the Mets. One tiny downside to the preferred natural healing: It might take a bit longer. The latest guess for Holmes’ return is the beginning of August, which coincides with the Aug. 3 trade deadline, making a deal tricky.
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