Overview

• Tong, a 2022 seventh-round pick from Markham, Ontario, is set to start Friday at Citi Field after two scoreless Triple-A outings following a dominant Double-A run.
• He led the minors this year with 179 strikeouts and posted a 1.43 ERA, including 11 2/3 shutout innings with 17 strikeouts at Triple-A Syracuse.
• Team officials cited both his performance and the need for a sixth starter, and they indicated he could remain in the rotation based on results.
• Scouting reports highlight an over-the-top delivery, a high-ride fastball that has touched 98–99 mph, and a plus vulcan changeup; he will wear No. 21.
• The move follows Nolan McLean’s successful promotion on Aug. 16, as he started 3-0 with a 0.89 ERA, reinforcing the club’s willingness to elevate pitching prospects during the playoff push.