"The Line Drive" Staff Report
New York Mets third baseman David Wright will undergo surgery to repair a herniated disc in his neck on Thursday in Marina del Rey, California.
Dr. Robert Watkins, who will perform the surgery, has worked in collaboration with Wright and the Mets medical staff at the Hospital for Special Surgery in developing this plan for Wright's care.
Wright had been placed on the Disabled List retroactive to May 30. The timetable for his return will be determined based on the results of the procedure and the progress of his recovery.
"After trying every way to get back on the field, I've come to realize that it's best for me, my teammates and the organization to proceed with surgery at this time," Wright said in a statement by the Mets. "My neck simply did not respond to any of the treatments of the past few weeks. While incredibly frustrating and disappointing, I am determined to make a full recovery and get back on the field as soon as I can to help the Mets win. I greatly appreciate the support of my teammates and our fans throughout the last few weeks."
The decision to proceed with surgery was made after weeks of tests, rest, and anti-inflammatory injections to alleviate pain and improve Wright's mobility.
Wright is hitting .226 with seven home runs this season. The Mets captain and seven-time All-Star is a career .296 hitter and is the Mets' all-time leader in hits, doubles, walks, runs and RBIs.
Wilmer Flores has been playing third base for the Mets in Wright's absence and will continue to do so over the coming days.
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| Mets third baseman David Wright is going to undergo surgery on his neck on Thursday. |
Dr. Robert Watkins, who will perform the surgery, has worked in collaboration with Wright and the Mets medical staff at the Hospital for Special Surgery in developing this plan for Wright's care.
Wright had been placed on the Disabled List retroactive to May 30. The timetable for his return will be determined based on the results of the procedure and the progress of his recovery.
"After trying every way to get back on the field, I've come to realize that it's best for me, my teammates and the organization to proceed with surgery at this time," Wright said in a statement by the Mets. "My neck simply did not respond to any of the treatments of the past few weeks. While incredibly frustrating and disappointing, I am determined to make a full recovery and get back on the field as soon as I can to help the Mets win. I greatly appreciate the support of my teammates and our fans throughout the last few weeks."
The decision to proceed with surgery was made after weeks of tests, rest, and anti-inflammatory injections to alleviate pain and improve Wright's mobility.
Wright is hitting .226 with seven home runs this season. The Mets captain and seven-time All-Star is a career .296 hitter and is the Mets' all-time leader in hits, doubles, walks, runs and RBIs.
Wilmer Flores has been playing third base for the Mets in Wright's absence and will continue to do so over the coming days.
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