Clay Holmes fractures fibula in loss to Yankees in latest Mets injury nightmare
By Andrew Battifarano
Published on May 16, 2026.
Pitcher Clay Holmes fractured his fibula during a game against the Yankees, which occurred during the team's 5-2 loss. Holmes was hit by a 111 mph comebacker from the bat of Yankees rookie Spencer Jones, causing the injury to his right leg. The injury is expected to be a significant setback for the Mets, with manager Carlos Mendoza stating that Holmes will be out for a long time. This latest injury adds to a growing list of injuries to several Mets players, including Kodai Senga, Francisco Lindor, catcher Francisco Alvarez, and first baseman Jorge Polanco.
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