Mets' Sean Manaea May Avoid Surgery for Loose Bodies in Left Elbow

New York Mets left-hander Sean Manaea may not require surgery to remove loose bodies from his pitching elbow, according to SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino. A final decision on surgery will be made after Manaea has time to physically cool down post-season. Manaea endured a challenging year, with his season debut delayed by an oblique injury in spring training, followed by a diagnosis of loose bodies in his elbow. He finally made his first start on July 13 but pitched to a 5.64 ERA in 2024, making 12 starts and three bullpen appearances. Despite being under contract through 2027, his rotation spot for 2026 is uncertain, contrasting with his 2024 second-half performance where a delivery tweak made him the team's ace.