Mets Demote Kodai Senga to Triple-A Amid Postseason Push

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga, who started the 2025 MLB season strong with a 1.47 ERA before an injury, has struggled since returning from a Grade 1 hamstring strain, posting a 5.90 ERA over nine games. Due to his poor performance and inability to pitch deep into games, the Mets optioned him to Triple-A Syracuse to regain form ahead of the postseason. Senga has been working on his mechanics and throwing bullpen sessions, with manager Carlos Mendoza expressing cautious optimism about his progress and the possibility of reintegrating him creatively into the rotation. Senga's minor league rehab assignment marks a critical phase in evaluating his readiness for a potential return to the Mets, who see his recovery as vital to their late-season success amid a challenging playoff race. The team prioritizes his long-term health and plans for him to make two starts in Triple-A before deciding on his major league return, which is not possible until at least September 20 barring injury to others. Fans and staff remain hopeful that Senga can recapture his early-season dominance to bolster the Mets in their postseason push.