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11 hours ago
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Mets Fans Upset After Carlos Mendoza's Announcement
Mets Fans Upset After Carlos Mendoza's Announcement originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Mets are in one of the most enviable positions in MLB, as they're a half-game behind the Los Angeles Dodgers for the best record in the NL. However, their pitching health leaves plenty to be desired amid their five-game losing streak. Advertisement Ace hurler Kodai Senga (hamstring) and fellow starter Tylor Megill (elbow) are both on the 15-day IL. The Mets relied on right-hander Paul Blackburn against the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday, who had made just three appearances this season before that contest. The 31-year-old coughed up four runs (three earned) in 3.2 innings, and New York lost 5-0. Manager Carlos Mendoza announced an upcoming addition to the rotation on Thursday afternoon, via SNY. New York Mets starting pitcher Frankie Montas (47).Sam Navarro-Imagn Images He said that there's a "good chance" that right-hander Frankie Montas (lat) will "join the rotation for us next week." The 32-year-old is 0-3 with a 12.05 ERA across six rehab starts in the minors this season and has yet to make his first big-league appearance of the year. New York fans aren't happy on social media. Advertisement "Why, he literally sucks," one said. "I hope he's joking," another said. "How does he deserve that opportunity? Long relief in blowouts. I guess we have games to throw away," another said. "I think we're trying to lose at this point," another said. "Is that a threat directed at the clubhouse?" another asked. Right-hander Clay Holmes (7-3, 2.87 ERA) will start against the Braves on Thursday. After that, the Mets will continue their road trip against the Philadelphia Phillies, who are one game behind them for first place in the NL East. Related: Francisco Lindor Sends Clear Message After Mets' Fifth Straight Loss Related: Mets Facing Problem Before Phillies Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
Washington Post
13 hours ago
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Thin Mets rotation could receive help from Hagenman on Friday and Montas debut may soon follow
ATLANTA — A depleted New York Mets' rotation could see right-hander Justin Hagenman make his first start of the season on Friday at Philadelphia. Perhaps of more significance, the Mets debut for right-hander Frankie Montas could soon follow. The Mets on Thursday recalled Hagenman and right-handed reliever Dedniel Núñez from Triple-A Syracuse and optioned right-hander Ty Adcock to Syracuse. Right-hander Max Kranick was also placed on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow strain. Hagenman, who gave up one run in 3 1/3 innings in his only appearance for the Mets this season, was with the team for Thursday night's game at Atlanta. Manager Carlos Mendoza said Hagenman could pitch on Friday, either as a starter or in bulk relief behind an opener. Mendoza said Montas, who was placed on the IL with a strained right late on March 24, also may be ready to join the rotation despite allowing eight homers and posting a 12.05 ERA in six minor league rehab games. Montas allowed 30 hits in 18 2/3 innings in his series of rocky rehab outings. 'I mean, I'm not going to lie, you know, he got hit,' Mendoza said of Montas. 'He got hit around, you know? But look, we seen it before where guys in spring training struggle and they get hit around. And once you put him on a big league game under the lights and your game plan, and you make adjustments and they flip the switch. He's had success before at this level.' Montas, 32, signed a $34 million, two-year contract with the Mets in December. Montas missed most of the 2023 season because of shoulder surgery. He was 3-3 with a 4.53 ERA in 11 starts for Milwaukee in 2024. The Mets' rotation needs help. Right-hander Tylor Megill was placed on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday with a right elbow sprain and will miss at least one month. Last week, right-hander Kodai Senga was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right hamstring strain. Mendoza said Kranick, who had a 3.65 ERA, returned to New York on Thursday for an MRI after having continued discomfort in his elbow on Wednesday when he played catch and then tried to throw from the mound. Kranick, 27, was recalled from Syracuse on June 13. The Mets took a five-game losing streak into Thursday night's game. Mendoza said he was encouraged by the progress of third baseman Brett Baty, who missed the first two games of the series with a groin injury. ___ AP MLB:
Associated Press
13 hours ago
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- Associated Press
Thin Mets rotation could receive help from Hagenman on Friday and Montas debut may soon follow
ATLANTA (AP) — A depleted New York Mets' rotation could see right-hander Justin Hagenman make his first start of the season on Friday at Philadelphia. Perhaps of more significance, the Mets debut for right-hander Frankie Montas could soon follow. The Mets on Thursday recalled Hagenman and right-handed reliever Dedniel Núñez from Triple-A Syracuse and optioned right-hander Ty Adcock to Syracuse. Right-hander Max Kranick was also placed on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow strain. Hagenman, who gave up one run in 3 1/3 innings in his only appearance for the Mets this season, was with the team for Thursday night's game at Atlanta. Manager Carlos Mendoza said Hagenman could pitch on Friday, either as a starter or in bulk relief behind an opener. Mendoza said Montas, who was placed on the IL with a strained right late on March 24, also may be ready to join the rotation despite allowing eight homers and posting a 12.05 ERA in six minor league rehab games. Montas allowed 30 hits in 18 2/3 innings in his series of rocky rehab outings. 'I mean, I'm not going to lie, you know, he got hit,' Mendoza said of Montas. 'He got hit around, you know? But look, we seen it before where guys in spring training struggle and they get hit around. And once you put him on a big league game under the lights and your game plan, and you make adjustments and they flip the switch. He's had success before at this level.' Montas, 32, signed a $34 million, two-year contract with the Mets in December. Montas missed most of the 2023 season because of shoulder surgery. He was 3-3 with a 4.53 ERA in 11 starts for Milwaukee in 2024. The Mets' rotation needs help. Right-hander Tylor Megill was placed on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday with a right elbow sprain and will miss at least one month. Last week, right-hander Kodai Senga was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right hamstring strain. Mendoza said Kranick, who had a 3.65 ERA, returned to New York on Thursday for an MRI after having continued discomfort in his elbow on Wednesday when he played catch and then tried to throw from the mound. Kranick, 27, was recalled from Syracuse on June 13. The Mets took a five-game losing streak into Thursday night's game. Mendoza said he was encouraged by the progress of third baseman Brett Baty, who missed the first two games of the series with a groin injury. ___ AP MLB:
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13 hours ago
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Thin Mets rotation could receive help from Hagenman on Friday and Montas debut may soon follow
New York Mets pitcher Max Kranick throws during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Friday, May 23, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) FILE - Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Frankie Montas throws during the first inning of Game 2 of a National League wild card baseball game against the New York Mets, Oct. 2, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, file) FILE - Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Frankie Montas throws during the first inning of Game 2 of a National League wild card baseball game against the New York Mets, Oct. 2, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, file) New York Mets pitcher Max Kranick throws during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Friday, May 23, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) FILE - Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Frankie Montas throws during the first inning of Game 2 of a National League wild card baseball game against the New York Mets, Oct. 2, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, file) ATLANTA (AP) — A depleted New York Mets' rotation could see right-hander Justin Hagenman make his first start of the season on Friday at Philadelphia. Perhaps of more significance, the Mets debut for right-hander Frankie Montas could soon follow. Advertisement The Mets on Thursday recalled Hagenman and right-handed reliever Dedniel Núñez from Triple-A Syracuse and optioned right-hander Ty Adcock to Syracuse. Right-hander Max Kranick was also placed on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow strain. Hagenman, who gave up one run in 3 1/3 innings in his only appearance for the Mets this season, was with the team for Thursday night's game at Atlanta. Manager Carlos Mendoza said Hagenman could pitch on Friday, either as a starter or in bulk relief behind an opener. Mendoza said Montas, who was placed on the IL with a strained right late on March 24, also may be ready to join the rotation despite allowing eight homers and posting a 12.05 ERA in six minor league rehab games. Montas allowed 30 hits in 18 2/3 innings in his series of rocky rehab outings. 'I mean, I'm not going to lie, you know, he got hit,' Mendoza said of Montas. 'He got hit around, you know? But look, we seen it before where guys in spring training struggle and they get hit around. And once you put him on a big league game under the lights and your game plan, and you make adjustments and they flip the switch. He's had success before at this level.' Advertisement Montas, 32, signed a $34 million, two-year contract with the Mets in December. Montas missed most of the 2023 season because of shoulder surgery. He was 3-3 with a 4.53 ERA in 11 starts for Milwaukee in 2024. The Mets' rotation needs help. Right-hander Tylor Megill was placed on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday with a right elbow sprain and will miss at least one month. Last week, right-hander Kodai Senga was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right hamstring strain. Mendoza said Kranick, who had a 3.65 ERA, returned to New York on Thursday for an MRI after having continued discomfort in his elbow on Wednesday when he played catch and then tried to throw from the mound. Kranick, 27, was recalled from Syracuse on June 13. Advertisement The Mets took a five-game losing streak into Thursday night's game. Mendoza said he was encouraged by the progress of third baseman Brett Baty, who missed the first two games of the series with a groin injury. ___ AP MLB:
New York Times
13 hours ago
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- New York Times
There's a ‘good chance' Frankie Montas joins Mets' rotation next week
ATLANTA — Despite getting roughed up throughout his rehab assignment, Mets right-hander Frankie Montas is expected to join the club's rotation next week and make his team debut in New York's series against Atlanta. Montas has been out since before the Grapefruit League season even started in spring training with a right lat strain. His rehab assignment, which began in late May, did not go smoothly. In six starts between High A and Triple A, Montas allowed 25 earned runs and 42 baserunners in 18 2/3 innings. He struck out 12 compared to 10 walks. Advertisement His struggles during the rehab assignment prompted the Mets to consider bringing him back as a reliever. After all, New York's rotation has been one of the very best in the sport all season. However, recent injuries to Kodai Senga and Tylor Megill have opened up a pressing need in the rotation. The Mets are planning to fill Megill's spot Friday with Justin Hagenman, who has one career major-league appearance, from earlier this season. That's the spot Montas will likely step into next week. 'We need starters here,' manager Carlos Mendoza said. 'We signed him to be a starter.' The Mets have been working on a mechanical issue with Montas' upper-body rotation through his delivery. Even if the team wanted to keep Montas in the minors to work through these issues, though, the pitcher's rehab clock expires on Sunday. Extending it would require approval of an injury from MLB and from Montas personally. Montas said last week at Citi Field that he feels healthy. While Mendoza didn't sugarcoat how the rehab assignment went, he compared it to spring training for the veteran, who didn't get to build up at all back in February and March. 'I'm not going to lie, he got hit around,' Mendoza said. 'We've seen it before with guys in spring training getting hit around and once you put them in a big-league game under the lights, they flip the switch.' And Montas has been a poor spring training performer over the last few seasons. From 2021 to 2024, Montas has pitched to a 6.23 ERA in the spring — and a 4.02 mark in the regular season. (For his career, Montas' 4.08 spring ERA is remarkably close to his 4.09 regular-season ERA.) Last season, he posted a 4.84 ERA between stints with the Reds and the Brewers. New York was encouraged by some of the changes Milwaukee made with Montas down the stretch, which compelled it to make a two-year $34 million investment in the 32-year-old.
