The New York Mets didn’t get to see much of Christian Scott in 2025, but the glimpses he provided the year before were enough to spark real excitement. His 2024 debut wasn’t just encouraging—it hinted at a pitcher who could grow into a fixture in the Mets’ rotation. Then came Tommy John surgery that September, and everything hit pause.

For a team constantly searching for reliable arms, Scott’s absence was felt deeply this year. The Mets’ rotation never quite stabilized this past season, and it was hard not to wonder how much smoother things could have gone with Scott’s electric stuff in the mix.

Progress After a Year Lost

Now, more than a year removed from surgery, the 26-year-old right-hander is finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. His recovery has gone about as well as t

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