Struggling Jonah Tong tosses six one-hit innings at Triple-A in encouraging Mets sign
Jonah Tong pitched six one-hit innings for Triple-A Syracuse, striking out six and walking two in an encouraging performance for the Mets organization. The 22-year-old prospect has struggled this season with a 4.60 ERA over seven starts, but leads the minors with 44 strikeouts. Manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized Tong's importance to the team and the need to see consistent outings moving forward.
- ▪Jonah Tong threw a one-hitter over six innings for Triple-A Syracuse against Lehigh Valley.
- ▪Tong has recorded 44 strikeouts in seven starts this season, tied for the most in the minor leagues.
- ▪Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Tong is an important part of the organization and they will continue to monitor his development closely.
- ▪Tong made five starts for the Mets last season, posting a 7.72 ERA.
- ▪Christian Scott rebounded from a poor outing to pitch five innings with eight strikeouts and no walks in a recent start against the Angels.
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MLB New York Mets Struggling Jonah Tong tosses six one-hit innings at Triple-A in encouraging Mets sign By Mike Puma Published May 3, 2026, 1:25 a.m. ET ANAHEIM, Calif. — Jonah Tong’s first month at Triple-A Syracuse this season hardly went smoothly, but Saturday was something he could appreciate. Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free The Mets pitching prospect fired a one-hitter over six innings with six strikeouts and two walks against Lehigh Valley. Tong, who took a no-hitter into the sixth, has pitched to a 4.60 ERA in seven starts this season, but his 44 strikeouts are tied for the most in the minor leagues.
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