Mets hit with sudden pitching setback as Robert Stock’s season comes to an end
Finger numbness forces right-hander onto injured list
The New York Mets placed Robert Stock on the 15-day injured list on September 16, 2026, retroactive to September 13, because of numbness in his fingers. The move officially ends Stock’s 2026 season after he made eight appearances for New York, including seven starts.
A difficult ending to Stock’s season
Stock, 36, finishes the season with a 1-3 record and a 5.93 ERA across 30⅓ innings. He had been scheduled to start against the Baltimore Orioles, but the Mets scratched him because of the finger issue and instead recalled Xzavion Curry from Triple-A Syracuse to make the start.
The injury comes after earlier surgery
The latest setback is particularly notable because Stock underwent surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome earlier this year.
According to reports, examinations of his current issue indicated a circulation problem in his hand, which he has begun treating with medication.
Stock said the condition itself was not considered serious, but it was enough for the Mets to shut him down.
Mets forced to find another option
With Stock unavailable, New York turned to Curry to take his place against Baltimore. The Mets also recalled left-hander Jefry Yan as part of the roster adjustments following the injuries.
Stock’s departure leaves another opening for the Mets’ pitching staff as the regular season enters its final stretch.
Stock’s 2026 campaign officially over
For Stock, the injury brings his first season with the Mets to an early conclusion. Despite the difficult numbers, he said he remains hopeful about continuing his major-league career and wants to establish himself as a long-term starter. For now, however, his focus shifts toward recovering from the circulation issue and preparing for what comes next.
