​The Mets’ Double-A affiliate, the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, defeated their opponent 10-5 today as two rehabbing stars from the majors delivered notable performances at the plate. Marcus Semien and Luis Robert Jr. both contributed offensively in their respective return-to-action efforts, signaling continued progress in their road back from injuries.
Semien’s first in-game action since landing on the injured list nearly three weeks ago with a hip flexor strain featured a standout moment in the fourth inning. He launched a three-run homer to left-center field, contributing to the team’s early push and setting the tone for the afternoon. Earlier, he had singled, and he finished the game with a 2-for-3 line, though he did strike out swinging on another at-bat before exiting the game midway through. The club will look to build on this performance as he progresses through his rehab assignments, with live at-bats and extended playing time expected as he works his way back toward full strength.
Robert, meanwhile, has been ramping up his workload since beginning his minor-league assignment at the start of July after spending time on the major-league injured list due to a lower back disc herniation that sidelined him in late April. He played the entire game, logging six at-bats, collecting two hits and driving in a run with an RBI single. He also fanned three times, underscoring the ongoing adjustment period as he rebuilds timing and swing mechanics. The organization will monitor his progress closely, balancing quality at-bats with the recovery timeline to ensure a safe and sustainable return.
Before Sunday’s game, Mets interim manager Andy Green laid out the franchise’s expectations for Semien and Robert as they move forward, highlighting the upcoming three-day MLB All-Star break from Monday, July 13 to Wednesday, July 15 as a key juncture in their itineraries. Green explained that the plan for Semien during the break includes getting live at-bats against a left-handed pitcher, Clay Holmes, as part of a broader rehab strategy designed to reintroduce him to game action in a controlled environment. He indicated that additional rehab games are the most likely scenario starting on Friday, with the objective of fine-tuning Semien’s timing and reacclimating him to game speed.
For Robert, Green outlined a parallel approach: the All-Star break will offer an opportunity for him to evaluate how he feels and to continue accumulating live at-bats against Holmes. After the break, Robert is anticipated to participate in a handful of additional minor-league games to further assess his readiness. Green stressed the importance of patience and careful progression, expressing optimism that Robert will be able to return to the Mets’ lineup soon if he continues to respond well to the increased workload and remains healthy.
Overall, the day served as a constructive step in both players’ comebacks, with Semien delivering a powerful blow at the plate and Robert exhibiting his usual swing despite some swing-and-miss struggles. The interim Mets manager’s comments underscore a measured, stepwise approach designed to optimize each player’s health and performance as they transition back from injury and into major-league action. As the All-Star break approaches, the organization’s plan emphasizes live at-bats, rehab game opportunities, and careful assessment to maximize the likelihood of a successful return to the Mets’ lineup in the near term.