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Mets to Deploy Opener for Montas as Senga and Blackburn Prepare Returns

A potential opener for Montas’s Brewers start underscores the Mets’ rotation adjustments after unreliable starting performances

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 03: Frankie Montas #47 of the New York Mets looks on during the first inning against the San Francisco Giants at Citi Field on August 03, 2025 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)
Aug 3, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Frankie Montas (47) reacts while walking off the field after the top of the first inning against the San Francisco Giants at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Frankie Montas is slated to pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday and could be preceded by an opener.
  • Montas has posted a 6.68 ERA after allowing 12 runs over his last two starts following a lat strain that delayed his season debut.
  • Kodai Senga will make the series opener on Friday after the club’s off day, returning from the injured list.
  • Paul Blackburn is set for one final rehab start with Triple-A Syracuse on Friday before the Mets decide on his promotion.
  • Carlos Mendoza said the rotation’s lack of consistent quality outings has forced the team to experiment with opener usage and lineup timing.