After facing the possibility of a disastrous road trip following their initial defeats in Seattle last week, the Mets managed to turn the tide. They emerged victorious in three out of four games, sparking some hope as they return to Citi Field to take on the Cardinals and Braves. Currently sitting at 29-36, the Mets find themselves only five games out of the third wild-card position in a somewhat disorganized National League, trailing the division frontrunners.
As they contemplate their strategy for the upcoming trade deadline, the Mets are confronted with several critical questions:
By Saturday, the Mets will need to introduce a fifth starter into their rotation. Kodai Senga will not be among the contenders this time, as he is set to start for Double-A Binghamton on Tuesday. The team’s management is keen to see performance improvements from the rehabbing right-hander, who has been battling issues with control.
What is the state of the starting rotation?Â
The Mets will need a fifth starter no later than Saturday. The options this turn through the rotation won’t include Kodai Senga, who is scheduled to pitch for Double-A Binghamton on Tuesday. Team officials want results from the rehabbing right-hander, who has struggled with control.