The New York Mets picked up a crucial win over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday, but it came with a potentially major cost. Catcher Francisco Alvarez left the game in visible pain after taking a 99.8 mph fastball off his left arm in the eighth inning.

Alvarez has already been battling through multiple injuries, and Tuesday’s hit-by-pitch only added to the concern. MLB’s Anthony DiComo took to his X (formerly known as Twitter), posting the moment the Mets catcher immediately grabbed his left arm in discomfort before leaving the field .

“News: Francisco Alvarez just got hit by another pitch, this time on his left arm. He was in significant pain and left the game. Alvarez cannot catch a break.” Expand Tweet Article Continues Below

Alvarez's injury overshadowed a strong performance

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