Cespedes Not at Ballpark, Mets Unable to Contact Him

Updated: August 2, 2:40 p.m.

Later in the afternoon the Mets stated they have no reason to believe Yoenis’ safety is at risk.

CESPEDES UPDATE: The Mets say, at this time, they have no reason to believe Yoenis’ safety is at risk.

— Steve Gelbs (@SteveGelbs) August 2, 2020

There has still been no confirmed contact with the Mets’ outfielder.

Original post:

New York Mets slugger Yoenis Cespedes is not with the team at Truist Park on Sunday for the scheduled game against the Atlanta Braves. Furthermore, his whereabouts as of the early afternoon are unknown and it is possible that he’s not in the city of Atlanta.

Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen said in a statement:

BREAKING:
Statement from Brodie Van Wagenen – “As of game time, Yoenis Cespedes has not reported to the ballpark today. He did not reach out to management with any explanation for his absence. Our attempts to contact him have been unsuccessful.”

— Steve Gelbs (@SteveGelbs) August 2, 2020

Prior to Sunday’s matinee, Mets manager Luis Rojas told the media that Cespedes was given the day off while he was mired in a four-game slump, going two for his last 15 with nine strikeouts.

Such news immediately brings concern about Cespedes’ well-being and safety. Players simply don’t disappear and cannot be found by their teams. MMO will update this article as needed, and we all hope for the best.