Mets Re-sign Sean Manaea as Rotation Faces Questions About a True Ace

The Mets secure Sean Manaea on a three-year deal, but uncertainty lingers over the absence of a clear-cut ace for 2025.

Sean Manaea returns to the Mets on a three-year, $75 million contract after a strong 2024 season where he emerged as the team’s top pitcher.
The Mets’ 2025 rotation will rely on depth rather than a traditional ace, with Manaea, Kodai Senga, Frankie Montas, David Peterson, and Clay Holmes forming the core of a six-man rotation.
Kodai Senga, who was an ace in 2023 but struggled with injuries in 2024, is seen as a potential candidate to reclaim the role of a top-tier starter.
David Peterson is coming off a breakout 2024 season with a 2.90 ERA, while the team is optimistic about Frankie Montas and Clay Holmes transitioning effectively into starting roles.
As fans celebrate Manaea’s return, attention shifts to the unresolved contract situation with Pete Alonso, a key homegrown talent whose future with the team remains uncertain.