7 Key Reinforcements Waiting in the Wings for the New York Mets

RHP Kodai Senga

Kodai Senga’s return gives the Mets a much-needed boost at the front of the rotation. After missing minimal time compared to last season’s injury, Senga’s lone rehab start suggests he’s ready to reclaim ace status. A legitimate Cy Young contender when healthy, Senga’s strikeout power and poise on the mound could stabilize a battered rotation and ease the front office’s deadline urgency.

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RHP Brandon Sproat

Brandon Sproat is another homegrown arm waiting for his shot. Like McLean, he’s impressed recently and could see the majors if the rotation needs more help down the stretch. Sproat represents how the Mets could patch holes internally if bigger deals don’t materialize.

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C Francisco Alvarez

After a tough start that got him demoted, Francisco Alvarez is showing signs of life in Triple-A. The young catcher has rediscovered his power stroke with four homers, and with Luis Torrens struggling, Alvarez could rejoin the big league club soon. His bat and potential leadership behind the plate are critical pieces for the Mets’ offense to find consistency.

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OF Starling Marte

Starling Marte’s energy, speed, and defense are sorely missed. Out since early in the season, Marte is projected to return right after the break. If healthy, he lengthens the lineup, improves the outfield, and adds a veteran spark that the Mets desperately need for a second-half run.

LHP Brooks Raley

Brooks Raley is another big piece on the comeback trail. One of New York’s most reliable lefty arms last season, Raley, missed significant time recovering from Tommy John surgery. His rehab has gone perfectly, with eight scoreless innings and a dozen strikeouts. If he checks the final boxes in Syracuse, the bullpen gets a proven late-inning weapon immediately after the All-Star break.

LHP Sean Manaea

For Sean Manaea, the road back has been longer, but it could be equally vital. After battling an oblique injury and a bone spur setback, Manaea is finally set to make his season debut. He was stellar for the Mets last year, carrying the staff with a 3.47 ERA over a career-high 181 ⅔ innings. If Manaea regains that form, the Mets will have a strong 1-2 punch with Senga to navigate the second half.

RHP Kodai Senga

Kodai Senga’s return gives the Mets a much-needed boost at the front of the rotation. After missing minimal time compared to last season’s injury, Senga’s lone rehab start suggests he’s ready to reclaim ace status. A legitimate Cy Young contender when healthy, Senga’s strikeout power and poise on the mound could stabilize a battered rotation and ease the front office’s deadline urgency.

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