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Mets Promote Nolan McLean, Move Frankie Montas to Bullpen

The No. 3 prospect will debut Saturday as the team seeks more reliable innings from a rotation that has averaged fewer than five frames since mid-June.

Nolan McLean #13 of the New York Mets throws a pitch during the fifth inning of a spring training Spring Breakout game against the Washington Nationals at Clover Park on March 15, 2024 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images)
Aug 8, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza takes the ball from starting pitcher Kodai Senga (34) during a pitching change in the fifth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Nolan McLean, ranked the Mets’ No. 3 prospect and top pitching talent by MLB Pipeline, is set to start against the Seattle Mariners at Citi Field on Saturday.
  • The promotion directly replaces veteran Frankie Montas, who has been reassigned to the bullpen after posting a 6.38 ERA in his last six starts.
  • Since June 13 the Mets’ rotation has collected a 5.30 ERA and averaged just 4.5 innings per outing, fueling the decision to inject fresh talent.
  • Triple-A right-hander Brandon Sproat, despite earning International League Pitcher of the Month honors for a 0.67 ERA in July, was held in Syracuse as McLean was viewed as more major-league ready.
  • Manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized McLean’s competitive makeup and the club’s broader focus on attacking hitters and boosting starter endurance.