Mets’ latest pitching change flips roles for Sean Manaea and David Peterson
The New York Mets are making changes to their pitching roles, with Sean Manaea and David Peterson swapping positions. Peterson will now be available out of the bullpen, while Manaea may join the starting rotation or follow an opener. Manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized the importance of performance in determining their roles moving forward.
- ▪David Peterson has been reassigned to a bullpen role as the Mets adjust their pitching staff.
- ▪Sean Manaea, who has primarily worked in relief this season, may return to the rotation.
- ▪Manager Carlos Mendoza stated that performance will dictate future opportunities for both pitchers.
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MLB New York Mets Mets’ latest pitching change flips roles for Sean Manaea and David Peterson By Ryan Dunleavy Published May 29, 2026, 7:35 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google David Peterson and Sean Manaea are swapping undefined roles, which says plenty about the state of the Mets’ pitching staff. It’s inaccurate to say that Manaea is taking Peterson’s spot in the starting rotation because the Mets are still deploying multiple “openers,” but Peterson was told Friday to be available out of the bullpen as soon as Sunday. Manaea could join the rotation or follow an opener next time out.
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