Kodai Senga could be a Mets option for NLDS Game 5
Even if the NLDS is extended to five games, Kodai Senga will remain in the Mets' pitching plans. Manager Carlos Mendoza says the right-hander is “on the right track” if the Mets need a starting pitcher for Game 5 against the Phillies. Sean Manaea is scheduled to start for the Mets on Tuesday at Citi […]
Kodai Senga’s solid return adds intriguing NLDS possibility
PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies have seen a ghost, and if things fall apart, they might see one again. Pitcher Kodai Senga made his NL start against the Phillies on Saturday at Citizens Bank Park, and although he gave up one run in the 6-2 win, he was otherwise just as good as ever. He looked […]
Mets’ Kodai Senga won’t return during regular season
Kodai Senga made an abbreviated rehab appearance at Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday but will not return to the Mets during the regular season. The right-hander threw just 15 pitches in the game because of a triceps strain, manager Carlos Mendoza said, and he won't be eligible for a limited return to the Mets this week. […]
Mets’ Kodai Senga sharp in one-inning rehab start
Kodai Senga threw 15 pitches for Triple-A Syracuse, allowing no runs in one inning, walking one and striking out two. The right-handed pitcher, who is recovering from a left calf injury, did not pitch the second inning after Syracuse's offense scored eight runs in a lengthy bottom of the first inning. Mets ace Kodai Senga […]
Mets’ Kodai Senga to make short rehab start on Saturday
Kodai Senga will play one game before the minor league season ends this weekend and then be evaluated for a possible return to the Mets. The right-hander is scheduled to throw one or two innings (up to 35 pitches) at Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday in his first and only rehab start since returning from a […]
Kodai Senga set for rehab start with eyes on joining Mets in playoffs
Kodai Senga is hoping to pitch this weekend. This will just be a minor league rehab game with Triple-A Syracuse, but the hope is that it will lead to him returning to the Mets staff in some role by the postseason. “That's my goal,” Senga said through an interpreter Wednesday at Citi Field. “I need […]
Kodai Senga could return to much improved Mets rotation
Kodai Senga is scheduled to be eligible to go on the disabled list on Sept. 25, but the Mets still must make a decision on the right-hander, who has been out since straining his calf during his only major league start of the season on July 26. The team is hopeful he might provide some […]
Mets’ Jose Quintana open to bullpen move if Kodai Senga returns
PHILADELPHIA — Manager Jose Quintana is a big supporter of Kodai Senga returning to the pitching staff after recovering from a strained left calf that has sidelined him since July. And the left-hander said Sunday that he's willing to pitch in relief if necessary to make space for Senga. “I'm focused on my next start, […]
Kodai Senga’s injury rehab taking next step for Mets
PHILADELPHIA — When the Mets return to Citi Field after this weekend, Kodai Senga's rehab will move into the phase where he faces batters in live batting practice, but team officials remain cautiously optimistic the right-hander will return in some capacity this season. But coach Carlos Mendoza said Friday there were still too many variables […]
Mets’ Kodai Senga throws impressive bullpen session in positive injury return step
For the first time in about six weeks, Kodai Senga took to the mound and showed some powerful pitching. The first signs of a potential late-season weapon, regardless of how he's used, came on Wednesday when the right-hander looked strong, throwing 25 pitches in a bullpen session, Carlos Mendoza reported. “The way the ball came […]