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Montas’ Rough Sunday Spurs Mets to Consider Rotation Changes

Mendoza criticized Frankie Montas after his worst start of the season as the Mets weigh Paul Blackburn or breakout prospects Nolan McLean and Brandon Sproat for rotation help.

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SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 29: Manager Carlos Mendoza #64 of the New York Mets looks on from the dugout during the fourth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on July 29, 2025 in San Diego, California.
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Overview

  • Frankie Montas allowed seven runs over four innings in Sunday’s 12-4 loss to the Giants at Citi Field, raising his season ERA to 6.68.
  • Mets starters have combined for a 5.01 ERA over their last 43 games and are averaging just 4.5 innings per start since June 30.
  • Reliever Austin Warren delivered four scoreless innings in relief, but heavy bullpen usage has highlighted ongoing starter instability.
  • Carlos Mendoza’s blunt postgame remarks signaled that Montas’ spot in the rotation is not guaranteed if results do not improve.
  • Paul Blackburn is on a rehab assignment and Tylor Megill has begun facing hitters, making both potential rotation options alongside prospects Nolan McLean and Brandon Sproat.