As the Major League Baseball calendar is getting close to turning to September, the schedule must go on, especially for teams like the New York Mets, who may want to cash in on their season due to the big disappointment it has been.
However, with that being said, the last month+ of the season is a good time for players to stake their rights in the next season. One of those players is Mark Vientos, who has been hurt since early July with a hand injury.
Before their series with the Chicago White Sox, a notable piece of Mark Vientos news surfaced.
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Mark Vientos Headed to AA for Rehab Stint
GettyATLANTA, GEORGIA – JULY 04: Mark Vientos #27 of the New York Mets celebrates after hitting a two run home run during the sixth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on July 4, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Getty Images)
Per multiple reports, including Vientos’ MLB.com transaction tracker, he is set to begin a rehab assignment with AA Binghamton.
NBCSports.com’s David Shovein wrote (on 8/20):
“The 26-year-old slugger has been sidelined since just before the All-Star break after suffering a fracture in his right hand. Heâs likely to remain there at least through the weekend before rejoining the Mets at some point next week. Before landing on the injured list, Vientos was slashing just .211/.256/.388 with 11 homers and 35 RBI in 254 plate appearances.”
After a somewhat breakout campaign with the Mets in 2024, Vientos has struggled at the plate, but the Mets haven’t wavered on his development and continue to give him a plethora of chances.
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