Manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters Friday that Madrigal needs surgery to repair his non-throwing shoulder, which the player dislocated Sunday when he fell to the ground after throwing a ball to first base against the Washington Nationals.

New York Mets utility infielder Nick Madrigal will soon undergo shoulder surgery and likely miss the entirety of the upcoming 2025 season, manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters on Friday . Madrigal recently suffered a fractured left shoulder during a split-squad spring game against the Washington Nationals .

Nick Madrigal is set to have shoulder injury and is expected to be out for the season. This top prospect could take advantage of the opportunity in the infield.