Latest News About Sean Manaea

Here’s the latest I can share based on recent reports:

• Sean Manaea has been dealing with elbow-related issues for the Mets and has faced setbacks that delayed his return. A late 2024 report noted his strong 2024 season with the Mets, but by mid-2025 there were updates about him being shut down from throwing due to elbow discomfort linked to a loose body, with a potential 48–72-hour throwing shutdown to evaluate progress. This points to ongoing recovery work rather than a clear return timeline at that time.[1]
• In April 2025, MRI results reportedly showed some improvement, allowing Manaea to resume a throwing program, though the Mets were cautious about timelines, suggesting late May or early June for a possible return depending on progress.[2]
• By mid-2025, there were multiple updates across outlets indicating Manaea’s status fluctuated between bullpen use and rotations, with pundits noting that he hadn’t yet re-established himself as a full-time starter while dealing with the recovery process. A summary page from 2025 highlights ongoing activity but no definitive return date.[4]
• As of early May 2026, coverage includes ongoing Mets-related injury updates; Fox Sports and other outlets track Manaea’s status, though there isn’t a single definitive public update confirming a solid return to a regular role at that moment.[5]

If you’d like, I can search for the very latest day-by-day updates and provide a short, sourced summary with any recent rosters, bullpen assignments, and potential starting-role discussions.

Would you prefer a concise update with the most recent 1–2 weeks of news, or a broader recent timeline (2024–2026) with key injury and return milestones? I can also pull the newest quotes or videos from team press conferences if that helps.