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Interestingly, many successful players have overcome similar injuries in their careers, including JD Martinez, Jose Ramirez, and Giancarlo Stanton. However, baseball enthusiasts are justifiably concerned that this repeated hurdle will affect Alvarez's ability to live up to his true potential. The timing of the injury is particularly unfortunate; the METS were counting on him not only as a hitter but as an integral part of their defensive unit.