Luke Weaver’s Stellar Month with the Mets
SEATTLE — Luke Weaver had an outstanding performance in May, marking one of the highlights for the Mets this month.
The seasoned relief pitcher took part in 11 games and impressively didn’t allow any earned runs.
In Monday’s game against the Mariners, he pitched 1 1/3 scoreless innings during a 3-2 defeat, pushing his scoreless streak to 12 games. His ERA currently stands at 2.77.
“I’m not focused on that,” Weaver commented about the streak, underscoring the length of the season. “One outing can change everything, but it’s been a solid month for me.”
His statistics reflect 17 strikeouts, four walks, and just nine hits over 14 innings — certainly impressive.
So, how does he plan to build on this successful May?
“You just keep stacking up good performances,” he explained. “It’s essential not to get too emotional about each outing. The goal is to develop and let those accomplishments accumulate over time.”
Weaver further reflected on earlier challenges, noting that the start of the season went a bit rough. Adjustments were necessary, and he believes they were made effectively. While results matter, the core elements like location and pitch mixing, along with staying mentally and physically sharp, play a crucial role in his evaluation.
In other Mets news, Francisco Alvarez is set to play for four to five innings at Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday. This will be his first rehab game following knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus.
Additionally, Kodai Senga is anticipated to pitch in a minor league rehab game against Syracuse on Wednesday. This could potentially be his final step before returning to the Mets, as he is expected to have a “normal start,” aiming for around 85 pitches, according to manager Carlos Mendoza.
On a different note, Austin Warren made his major league starting debut as the opening pitcher on Monday. Sean Manaea followed him, putting in five innings and conceding only one hit and one home run.
Looking ahead, Jonah Tong is scheduled to pitch in the upcoming opener on Tuesday.
Finally, Carson Benge recently became the 12th rookie in franchise history to hit a lead-off home run. The last Mets rookie to achieve this feat was Mike Baxter on August 30, 2012.
