The Mets’ real, nagging problem won’t be solved by a pitching change
The New York Mets are struggling with their performance this season, and recent changes in their pitching lineup reflect this ongoing issue. David Peterson has been moved to the bullpen, while Sean Manaea is set to take over his role despite both having similar ERA statistics. The team's management appears uncertain about how to address their poor start.
- ▪David Peterson has been removed from his starting role and placed in the bullpen.
- ▪Sean Manaea is expected to take over Peterson's position as a starter.
- ▪Both pitchers have similar ERA statistics, with Manaea at 5.56 and Peterson at 5.57.
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New York Mets Jon Heyman The Mets’ real, nagging problem won’t be solved by a pitching change By Jon Heyman Published May 29, 2026, 8:20 p.m. ET Mets pitcher David Peterson reacts after he is pulled from the game by New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza against the Washington Nationals in the fourth inning at Citi Field on April 29, 2026. JASON SZENES FOR THE NEW YORK POST If you don’t have any idea what to do about the Mets and their gosh-awful start, feel better. There’s no evidence they have much of a clue what to do, either.
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