Mets Claim Zack Short Off Waivers, Move Polanco to 60-Day IL
Polanco's demotion ends a 14-game stretch where he hit .179 with a .27 xwOBA, representing minimal offensive loss for a Mets team sitting 32-39. Short arrives as a depth infielder out of options but offers no offensive upside (xwOBA .286 in limited 2026 action).

























