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Mets Open September With Rotation Questions as MLB Rosters Expand

Teams are turning the Sept. 1 expansion into a chance to add help for unsettled staffs.

New York Mets' Juan Soto flips his bat after hitting a grand slam against the Detroit Tigers in the fourth inning during a baseball game Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
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Overview

  • Manager Carlos Mendoza said the Mets will discuss what comes next for Kodai Senga after another short start, with the right-hander carrying a 5.90 ERA in nine outings since returning from a hamstring strain.
  • The Mets begin a 10-game road trip holding a four-game lead for the NL’s final wild-card spot, with Sean Manaea slated to start the opener in Detroit on Monday.
  • New York’s August featured franchise records for runs (177) and homers (53) but a 11-17 mark with 16 errors, while non-rookie starters posted a 6.39 ERA.
  • Rookies Nolan McLean and Jonah Tong were a bright spot, combining to go 4-0 with a 1.07 ERA in four August starts as the club seeks steadier rotation options.
  • With rosters at 28 from Sept. 1, the Mets are reported to be promoting infielder Luisangel Acuña, and the Astros could consider activating rehabbing right-hander Luis García, with Lance McCullers Jr. also cited as an internal option.