Mets’ newly signed infielder suffers dislocated shoulder

MLB: Spring Training-New York Mets at Washington NationalsThe Mets brought in Nick Madrigal this offseason to provide versatility across the infield, but just a few games into spring training, that plan has already hit a snag. Madrigal suffered a dislocated left shoulder during Sunday’s game and is set to undergo an MRI to determine the severity of the injury.

With shoulder injuries, recovery timelines can be tricky, but Madrigal will likely be sidelined for several weeks, if not longer. That could force him back into the Triple-A mix once healthy, leaving the Mets with a depth issue in the infield.

A Need for Reinforcements

Madrigal was expected to serve as a backup at both second and third…