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The Rise and Fall of the New York Mets' Young Pitching Core

The announcement on June 7, 2023, that Jacob deGrom would need Tommy John surgery sent shockwaves through the baseball community. A once-dominant force on the mound, deGrom’s injury marked a devastating blow to both his career and the Texas Rangers, who had hoped to build around his formidable abilities. As the veteran pitcher spoke to the press, his emotions began to surface, reflecting the harsh reality of a 12-18 month recovery time associated with this often career-altering surgery.