Mets right-handed pitcher Christian Scott will undergo a hybrid Tommy John surgery and internal brace procedure early next week.
The news was announced by Scott’s agent, Nate Heisler.
News: New York Mets RHP Christian Scott (@chscott8) will undergo a combined traditional TJ ligament replacement along with the internal brace, what is known as a hybrid procedure, performed by Dr. Keith Meister, early next week.
We look forward to supporting him through his…
— Nate Heisler (@Nate_Heisler) September 18, 2024
Scott, 25, was placed on the injured list on July 23 with a UCL sprain, and had recently been throwing off the mound, including bullpen sessions. He had previously expressed confidence in being able to return to game action at some point this season.
However, even as Scott attempted to work his way back this season, the possibility existed that Tommy John surgery would be the eventual outcome.
And since he’ll be having the procedure this month, he could potentially be able to return toward the end of the 2025 season. At the very least, barring setbacks, Scott should be ready by the beginning of the 2026 season.
While traditional Tommy John surgery typically keeps a pitcher out for 12 months or more, the internal brace procedure is designed to shorten that recovery time, and athletes can typically return to throwing around six months after the procedure.
A fifth-round pick in 2021, Scott was called up to make his MLB debut on May 4 against Tampa Bay, allowing one earned run in 6.2 innings while striking out six.
In nine starts with the Mets this season, Scott pitched to a 4.56 ERA with 39 strikeouts in 47.1 innings.
