Francisco Alvarez made progress in his recovery from a thumb injury by participating in batting practice before the Mets and Giants game on Saturday. This marked the first time he had taken batting practice since the injury, and he expressed that swinging felt normal. He even jokingly told reporters that he hit the ball 115 miles per hour, drawing some laughs.
Alvarez took the opportunity to express his excitement about being back on the field and feeling like a baseball player once again. He wore a splint over his left thumb during practice, indicating that he would likely have to continue wearing it for a few games when he returns to play.
Despite his enthusiasm, Alvarez remained uncertain about a specific timeline for his return. He mentioned that there is still work to be done before he can start a rehab assignment. He cited the need to gauge his velocity on a machine, catch a bullpen, and face a pitcher as steps he must take before returning to game action. Whether his return will be in a few weeks or days remains unknown at this time.
