Mets’ rotation finally taking shape after telling decisions
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – The remaining Mets start rotation alignment behind Starter Clay Holmes on Opening Day is in shape. Manager Carlos Mendoza has not officially announced the rotation, but on Thursday he showed David Peterson and Kodai Senga remained at Port St. Lucie, giving an additional start on the minor league side when […]
Carlos Carrasco strengthens case to make Yankees rotation
TAMPA – A lot had to happen to Carlos Carrasco to get the chance to get the Yankees out of camp. But it wouldn't have been a problem if the veteran right-hander didn't put together a spring where there was just one start so far. Carrasco, who turned 38 on Friday, scored a spot in […]
Carlos Carrasco making big push for Yankees’ starting rotation spot
TAMPA – The competition for the final rotation spot is on track as the Yankees camps get worse. Carlos Carrasco and Will Warren weren't in the rotation photo a month ago, but they're pitching as if they wanted to stay in the photo. Carrasco was strong in 3¹/₃ innings on Friday, allowing him to run […]
Cam Schlittler eager to prove himself in Yankees rotation chance
BREDENTON, Fla. — Given the situation within the Yankees pitching staff, it's a priority for teams to keep an eye on just about every starter they have in spring training. Even after Cam Schlittler's tough outing against the pirates who brought the 9-1 Yankees defeat at Recom Park on Tuesday, the right-hander looks like someone […]
The challenge Tylor Megill must meet to stick in Mets’ rotation
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — In 2022, Jacob DeGrom's injury helped Tyler Megill rotate the Mets at the beginning of the season. The following year, Justin Verlander went down on the first day to open the spot. And a year ago, Megill won the competition for spots from spring training. However, each year, right-handers were […]
Carlos Carrasco not worried about Yankees rotation battle as he adds to solid spring
Jupiter, Fla. – At this point, nerves are not an issue for Carlos Carrasco. The Yankees were able to open the fifth spot in the rotation at any time due to another Gerrit Cole injury, which didn't reach the 15-year veteran as he began his second spring on Sunday. “The pressure was a long time […]
Mets’ Paul Blackburn searching for results as he battles for rotation spot
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Technically, Paul Blackburn is in the spring competition, with the Mets saying three starters (including Griffin Canning and Tyler Megill) are competing for two spinning spots. But Blackburn, who has come out of minor league options and has expired about $4 million this season, is a clear frontrunner. His things […]
Mets happy with rotation depth despite key injuries
Port St. Lucy – Mets Camp's most important news involves pitchers the world hasn't seen yet. The pitchers the Mets saw – now a candidate for all rotations – gave the team some comfort. “We're still happy with our options [after] Manager Carlos Mendoza said Tuesday. Kodai Senga, David Peterson and Clay Holmes looked strong […]
Mets’ David Peterson has secure rotation spot for first time at spring training
Port St. Lucy – David Peterson's spring training was unique this year. For the first time, he has established himself as a mainstay and knows he is a rock for the Mets' rotation spot. “Obviously, it definitely feels a little different just where I am,” Peterson posted Saturday. “We can emphasize what we need to […]
Clay Holmes a linchpin to unlocking Mets’ rotation
Port St. Lucy – When the Mets arrived at spring training, their intention was to go in a rotation of six from the start of the regular season. Tensions for one Frankie Montas Ratt later, Carlos Mendoza's current Lean said he told the Post that he would go in a five-person rotation for the first […]