Mets infielder Jorge Polanco says he feels confident about returning to play even though he continues to deal with pain that he says is not going away. According to reports, Polanco has appeared in 14 games this season. He signed a two-year, $40 million contract with the Mets during the winter, and his current availability is being shaped by the persistent issue. While Polanco’s comments reflect optimism about getting back, the reports do not provide a specific timetable for his return. The information that is consistent across outlets focuses on his limited time on the field this year and the nature of his ongoing discomfort. The Mets are therefore without a definitive update on when Polanco will be able to resume full activity, but they are continuing to manage his situation as he works toward a return.