The New York Mets have likely lost their closer for the 2023 season, but the injury to Edwin Díaz won't cost them financially.
According to Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Mets will be reimbursed by MLB insurance for the pitcher's time on the injured list. MLB has an insurance policy in place for the World Baseball Classic, and it could cover Díaz's entire $18.64 million salary if he does not return this season.
Díaz underwent surgery Thursday to repair the patellar tendon in his right knee. The injury came during a celebration after Puerto Rico earned a win over the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic on Wednesday.