Overview

• Luis Severino, initially scheduled to pitch against the Yankees, will now start on regular rest against the Cubs.
• The Mets' decision is based on matchups, preferring Severino against the Cubs' right-handed hitters.
• David Peterson and Sean Manaea will pitch against the Yankees in the two-game Subway Series.
• Severino, who has a 3.52 ERA in 14 starts this season, expressed willingness to follow the team's strategy.
• The Mets are in a tight Wild Card race, making strategic rotation decisions crucial.