Morning Briefing: A.J. Minter Ramping Up Rehab
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Mets southpaw reliever A.J. Minter has been continuing his injury rehab as he recovers from a torn lat he suffered in April 2025. The former Brave is now expected to throw his first live BP session next week, per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. Minter is hoping to pitch in at least one Grapefruit League game before the end of spring.
Minter is about one month behind the rest of the Mets’ bullpen in terms of ramp up as he tries to make a full comeback.
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