Christian Scott - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Moved to 60-day IL The Mets transferred Scott (elbow) to the 60-day injured list Monday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

Impact The transaction frees up a spot on the 40-man roster for Joey Lucchesi, who is making a spot start Monday in Atlanta. Scott will likely be sidelined until 2026 after requiring a hybrid Tommy John surgery and internal brace procedure on his pitching elbow.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Mets rookie Christian Scott to undergo Tommy John surgery, out until 2026

New York Mets rookie right-hander Christian Scott is scheduled to undergo Tommy John surgery next week and is expected to miss the entire 2025 season

SEPTEMBER 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mets rookie Scott to undergo Tommy John surgery Mets rookie right-hander Christian Scott will have Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, and he will also receive an internal brace on the...

SEPTEMBER 18 • MLB.COM

Set for hybrid elbow procedure Scott's (elbow) agent, Nate Heisler, announced Wednesday via social media that the right-hander will undergo a traditional Tommy John surgery combined with an internal brace early...

Impact Scott was placed on the 15-day injured list shortly after the All-Star break with a UCL sprain in his right elbow, but the Mets had initially been optimistic that the 25-year-old would be able to avoid surgery and make a late-season return. He was cleared to start throwing off flat ground in late August and advanced to throwing bullpen sessions earlier this month, but Scott appears to have hit a snag in his recovery that has prompted him to get surgery. Since Scott is set to undergo a hybrid procedure involving the internal brace, he may have a slightly speedier recovery than if he had opted for Tommy John surgery alone, but he's still likely to miss the entire 2025 season.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Throws off slope of mound Scott (elbow) threw all of his pitches off the slope of the mound Monday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Scott is hoping to be able to throw his full repertoire in a bullpen session soon. The young right-hander remains confident he'll be able to return from his right UCL sprain before the end of the season, but he's still got some ramping up to do and doesn't have a lot of time. Scott has been sidelined since late July.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Progresses in rehab program Scott (elbow) threw off the mound Friday, Abbey Mastracco of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact Scott was limited to his fastball and changeup Friday, but he is expected to use his full arsenal the next time he throws off a mound. He has been on the injured list since July 23 due to a UCL sprain in his right elbow. Prior to the injury, Scott went 0-3 over nine starts with a 4.56 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 39:12 K:BB over 47.1 innings.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Close to mound work Scott (elbow) could begin throwing off a mound soon, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports.

Impact The right-hander has been playing catch for over a week now, and he's closing in on the next step in his recovery from a sprained UCL. Scott hasn't pitched in a game since July 21, but the Mets could use the boost to their rotation as they push for a playoff spot. A timeline for his activation from the IL could come into focus once he gets back on a mound.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Mets rookie Christian Scott starts throwing program, hopes to return this season from elbow injury

New York Mets rookie Christian Scott has started a throwing program with the hope of rejoining New York’s rotation this season after being sidelined due to a sprained ligament in h...

AUGUST 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Resumes throwing Scott (elbow) played catch Monday and Tuesday, Laura Albanese of Newsday reports.

Impact It's the first bit of throwing he's done since he was diagnosed with a sprained UCL in his right elbow in late July. Scott threw 35 fastballs from 75 feet Tuesday and will progress to 90 feet in his next throwing session. There's no timetable for the rookie right-hander's return, but it will take multiple weeks for him to become game-ready.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing throwing program Manager Carlos Mendoza said Tuesday that Scott (elbow) will likely be cleared to begin a throwing program withing the next several days, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Scott was expected to be shut down from throwing for two weeks once he landed on the injured list July 23 with a UCL sprain in his right elbow, so Mendoza's comments suggest that the 25-year-old remains on schedule in his recovery. A clear return timeline for the right-hander likely won't emerge until his throwing program ramps up, though a best-case scenario probably wouldn't see him rejoin the Mets' rotation until September.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Mets shut down Scott for two weeks, hope to avoid major surgery The rookie righthander, who has a UCL sprain, was encouraged that rest and a rehab assignment may allow him to bypass Tommy John or a simila...

JULY 25 • NEWSDAY.COM

Mets rookie Christian Scott won't throw for 2 weeks but is expected to pitch again this season

Mets rookie Christian Scott won’t throw for two weeks but is expected to pitch again this season after an MRI of his ailing right elbow did not show a severe injury

JULY 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't undergo elbow surgery yet Scott plans to rest and rehab the UCL sprain in his right elbow, with the hope of returning later this season, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports.

Impact Scott might still eventually require Tommy John surgery, but it makes sense to try the rest and rehab route first since an operation now or in a couple months would likely knock him out until 2026 either way. The rookie right-hander figures to be sidelined until September even in a best-case scenario.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Mets put Scott on injured list with sprained elbow ligament; Senga set for season debut Friday

Mets rookie Christian Scott has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a sprained ligament in his right elbow, sidelining New York’s top pitching prospect indefinitely

JULY 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lands on IL with sprained elbow The Mets placed Scott on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a UCL sprain in his right elbow.

Impact The severity of the sprain is not known at this time, but it's an injury that can lead to Tommy John surgery. Even if an operation isn't require, the young right-hander is likely to miss significant time. Scott has not been as sharp since rejoining the Mets' rotation earlier this month, posting a 5.49 ERA and 14:6 K:BB over 19.2 innings covering four starts. Kodai Senga (shoulder) is set to rejoin the rotation later this week, so the Mets could just revert to a standard five-man setup while Scott is out.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up three runs in loss Scott (0-3) took the loss Sunday against the Marlins. He allowed three runs on seven hits and two walks over four innings while striking out four.

Impact Scott got through the first three innings Sunday before running into trouble in the fourth. He allowed the first two runners to reach before serving up a three-run homer to Jazz Chisholm. He wouldn't come back out for the fifth, making it just the second time in his nine career starts that he couldn't get past the fourth inning. Scott has been plagued by the long ball, as he has given up eight home runs in his first 47.1 innings. The 25-year-old is still looking for his first career win and will carry a 4.56 ERA into his next start.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Can't get through fifth inning Scott allowed three runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out five batters over 4.1 innings in a no-decision against Colorado on Saturday.

Impact Scott gave up a third-inning solo homer but was up 4-1 heading into the fifth. However, the rookie ran into trouble in that frame, surrendering a one-out, two-run home run to Charlie Blackmon followed by a double and a walk. That was enough to earn him the hook, eliminating his chance of emerging with a victory. Scott still doesn't have a win to his ledger through eight big-league outings, though he's been able to hold his head above water with three quality starts and a 4.36 ERA along with a 1.11 WHIP through 43.1 innings.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Yields two runs in no-decision Scott did not factor into the decision in Monday's 8-2 loss to Pittsburgh, allowing two runs on one hit and one walk over 5.2 innings. He struck out three.

Impact The rookie right-hander held the Pirates in check, allowing just two baserunners, which both scored on a 431-foot homer by Oneil Cruz in the fourth inning. With this effort, Scott lowered his season ERA to 4.15 across 39 innings, but he's struggled to generate punchouts, fanning 30 for a 6.9 K/9. The 25-year-old is currently slated to make his next start against Colorado at home this weekend. However, Scott may lose his rotation spot after the All-Star break as Kodai Senga (shoulder) is scheduled for rehab start at Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday, lining up the Japanese right-hander to join the Mets soon.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining in rotation Scott is scheduled to start Monday's game in Pittsburgh.

Impact After being called up from Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday to make his first start for the Mets since May 30, Scott took a no-decision in a 7-5 loss to the Nationals, covering 5.2 innings while surrendering four earned runs on six hits and two walks. Despite the underwhelming results, Scott will get at least one more chance to make a case for a more permanent spot in the New York rotation. Through six outings with the Mets this season, Scott has gone 0-2 with a 4.32 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 27:8 K:BB across 33.1 innings.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Unimpressive in return to majors Scott surrendered four runs on six hits and two walks while striking out two batters over 5.2 innings in a no-decision versus Washington on Wednesday.

Impact Scott was called up from Triple-A on Wednesday to log his first big-league start since May 30, but he didn't make much of an impression. The rookie right-hander tied a season-worst mark by allowing four runs, and he struck out a season-low two batters. It was an especially disappointing outcome for Scott after he retired 12 of the first 14 batters he faced -- six of the eight baserunners he allowed came over his final 1.2 frames, and he departed after giving up a three-run homer to Luis Garcia with two outs in the sixth. Despite the overall poor result, there's a good chance Scott will get at least another turn through the rotation with New York not having an off day until the All-Star break and with Tylor Megill recently demoted to the minors.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Mets DFA Matt Festa, recall RHP Christian Scott The New York Mets designated Matt Festa for assignment on Wednesday and recalled fellow right-hander Christian Scott from Triple A-Syracuse....

JULY 3 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Summoned ahead of start The Mets recalled Scott from Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports.

Impact Scott is slated to start Wednesday against the Nationals and he could earn additional opportunities if he pitches well. The rookie right-hander has collected a 3.90 ERA and 25:6 K:BB over 27.2 innings in five starts with the major-league club this season.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Mets set to recall Christian Scott for start against Nats The New York Mets squad that Christian Scott rejoins Wednesday evening is far different from the team he left at the end of May.The 25-year-...

JULY 3 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Confirmed for Wednesday's start Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said that Scott will be recalled from Triple-A Syracuse to start Wednesday versus the Nationals, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact While Mendoza didn't commit to Scott making additional starts in the majors beyond Wednesday, the opportunity would seem to be there for the rookie right-hander after Tylor Megill was optioned to Triple-A on Sunday. Scott holds a 3.90 ERA and 25:6 K:BB over 27.2 innings in five starts with the big club this season.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Mets send Baty and Scott to the minors and cut backup catcher Narváez

The disappointing New York Mets shook up their roster a bit, sending third baseman Brett Baty and rookie pitcher Christian Scott to the minors in a series of moves that also includ...

MAY 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Mets rookie Christian Scott to undergo Tommy John surgery, out until 2026

Mets rookie Christian Scott starts throwing program, hopes to return this season from elbow injury

Mets rookie Christian Scott won't throw for 2 weeks but is expected to pitch again this season

Mets put Scott on injured list with sprained elbow ligament; Senga set for season debut Friday

Mets send Baty and Scott to the minors and cut backup catcher Narváez