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Locks down third save Senga secured the save against the Nationals on Sunday, striking out two in a clean ninth inning.

Impact Senga continues to experience a seamless transition into New York's closer role while Devin Williams (shoulder) is on the injured list. The right-hander has now successfully converted each of his first three save chances, and he's also submitted five consecutive scoreless outings as a reliever. Given Senga's 9.66 ERA and 1.80 WHIP over 31.2 innings as a starter, it's hard to envision the Mets moving the hurler back into the rotation again this year even after Williams returns.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Scott pitches into 7th, helps Mets past Nats for sweep

Christian Scott pitched into the seventh inning for the first time since undergoing Tommy John surgery and Luis Torrens continued his hot hitting with a two-run homer, helping the...

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

Records second save of season Senga allowed one hit while striking out one over a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save in Friday's 4-1 win over the Nationals.

Impact Senga recorded two quick outs but made things interesting -- after allowing a single to Jacob Young and plunking CJ Abrams, the Nats had two runners on with two outs. However, Senga fanned Abimelec Ortiz to preserve the victory and earn his second save of the season. The right-hander has now recorded both of the Mets' saves since Devin Williams landed on the injured list Monday with a right shoulder strain, suggesting he could continue seeing ninth-inning opportunities in the short term. That's a notable development after Senga went 0-8 with an 8.66 ERA over his first 13 appearances (eight starts) this season before losing his rotation spot. He has yet to allow a run and owns a 0.67 WHIP in three relief outings.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Francisco Lindor and Jared Young homer to lead Mets past Nationals 4-1

Francisco Lindor and Jared Young homered to power the New York Mets to a 4-1 win over the Washington Nationals

AUGUST 15 • Associated Press

Kodai Senga Is Best Fit to Take Over for Devin Williams in Mets Closer Spot Devin Williams has had a rough go in New York City, going from the Bronx to Queens and still failing to find a rhythm. Now, his 2026 season...

AUGUST 11 • SI.COM

Kodai Senga gets 1st career save but Mets rookie gives away souvenir ball in comical scene

After earning his first career save, New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga wanted the ball as a keepsake

AUGUST 11 • Associated Press

Earns first career save Senga earned the save in in Monday's 8-5 win over Atlanta, allowing no hits and one walk with two strikeouts in a scoreless ninth inning.

Impact Senga was summoned for his first major-league save opportunity and worked around a two-out walk to secure a three-run victory for the Mets. With Devin Williams (shoulder) hitting the injured list, the 33-year-old Senga appears to be part of a potential closer committee for as long as he's out. He's had few bright moments this season, posting a bloated 8.12 ERA, 1.70 WHIP and 57:34 K across 47.2 innings as both a starter and reliever.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Brett Baty hits his first career grand slam to spark the Mets' 8-5 win over the Braves

Brett Baty hit the first grand slam of his career and the New York Mets held off the Atlanta Braves 8-5 on Monday night for their sixth win in seven games

AUGUST 11 • Associated Press

Closer candidate with Williams out Senga is a candidate to see save opportunities while Devin Williams (shoulder) is sidelined, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact The Mets do not expect Williams to be out long with his right shoulder strain, but he will miss at least the next couple weeks after landing on the 15-day injured list Monday. Senga has been used primarily as a reliever since the beginning of July, and he's logged two scoreless outings in short relief this month. Daniel Duarte is also a candidate for saves, but the Mets aren't expected to name a closer while Williams is shelved.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Kodai Senga's New Role Could Help Rebuild His Stock With Mets The New York Mets' focus going forward will be on 2027 and figuring out exactly who will make an impact for a team that wants to compete. Ob...

AUGUST 7 • SI.COM

Luis Torrens hits 3-run homer and drives in 4 to lead Mets past Guardians 6-2

Luis Torrens had three hits — including a three-run homer in the second inning — and drove in four runs as the New York Mets defeated the Cleveland Guardians 6-2 to snap a three-ga...

AUGUST 5 • Associated Press

"Andy Green is a loser";"New low" - Fans rip into Mets manager as he defends Kodai Senga despite tough outing vs Marlins Veteran New York Mets starter Kodai Senga struggled in Friday's second game of the series against the Miami Marlins. Senga was removed in the fifth inning after allowing three earn...

AUGUST 1 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Yields three runs in loss Senga (0-8) took the loss against the Marlins on Friday, allowing three runs on two hits and two walks while striking out four across four innings.

Impact Senga was thrust into the starting role Friday after Freddy Peralta was scratched ahead of Monday's trade deadline. Senga retired 11 of the first 12 batters he faced, but the script flipped in the fifth after he allowed the first three batters of the frame on base, which resulted in the veteran right-hander being tagged for three runs and, eventually, the loss. Senga has not been credited with a win since June 12, 2025 against the Nationals, and for the 2026 season, he has an 8.66 ERA and 1.77 WHIP over 44.2 innings. Senga could see some starts over the final two months of the season depending on what the Mets do with their rotation before the trade deadline.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Jakob Marsee and Kyle Stowers lead the Marlins to a 5-2 win over the Mets

Jakob Marsee snapped a scoreless tie with a two-run double in the fifth inning and Kyle Stowers homered for the second straight night, powering the Miami Marlins to a 5-2 win over...

AUGUST 1 • Associated Press

Senga shows flashes of 2023 rookie season in start vs. Marlins NEW YORK -- For four innings Friday night at Citi Field, Kodai Senga looked like the version of himself the Mets have always known existed....

AUGUST 1 • MLB.COM

Will start Friday Mets manager Andy Green said that Senga will start Friday's matchup against the Marlins, Max Goodman of NJ.com reports.

Impact With Freddy Peralta scratched from Friday's start as trade talks progressively advance, Senga will start in his place for the Mets. The 33-year-old has had a dreadful 2026 season, posting an 8.85 ERA, 1.84 WHIP and 49:30 K:BB in 40.2 innings. Senga has registered five or more innings in just three of his 12 appearances this campaign.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Twins acquire veteran reliever A.J. Minter from the last-place Mets for a pair of infield prospects

The Minnesota Twins have acquired left-handed reliever A

JULY 31 • Associated Press

Kodai Senga Will Be on His Last Chance With Mets Between Now and the Trade Deadline The New York Mets have a massive Kodai Senga problem to solve between now and the MLB trade deadline on August 3. The 33-year-old right-hand...

JULY 19 • SI.COM

"End this experiment already" - Mets fans deliver harsh verdict on $75M star after horror outing vs. Royals New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga endured another difficult outing during Tuesday’s loss to the Kansas City Royals.

JULY 8 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Hit hard in bulk relief Senga did not factor into the decision Tuesday against the Royals, allowing four runs on five hits and four walks while striking out four over three innings.

Impact Senga entered following a scoreless inning from opener Cionel Perez. He surrendered a two-run homer to Tyler Tolbert in the second inning before allowing a two-run double to Lane Thomas in the fourth. The right-hander has now allowed at least one home run in each of his last eight appearances. In eight innings as a bulk reliever, Senga has given up six runs. He remains in search of his first win while sporting an 8.92 ERA, 1.80 WHIP and 46:27 K:BB across 38.1 innings this season.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Promising results as long reliever Senga (0-7) took the loss Sunday against the Rays, allowing two runs on four hits and one walk in five innings of relief. He struck out four.

Impact The Mets elected to roll with the struggling Senga as a bulk reliever for the first time in his major-league career, and the decision may have helped yield one of the hurler's better outings of the season. The 33-year-old right-hander still hasn't permitted fewer than two runs in any appearance, but Sunday marked just the third time this year that he completed at least five frames. Still searching for win No. 1, Senga will carry a woeful 9.09 ERA, 1.78 WHIP and 38:23 K:BB across 32.2 innings into his next scheduled outing in Atlanta.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Schwarber sets Phillies record with MLB-best 30th homer in 5-4 win over Mets

Kyle Schwarber became the first major leaguer to reach 30 homers this season with a two-run shot in the seventh inning that sent the Philadelphia Phillies to a 5-4 win over the New...

JUNE 28 • Associated Press

Kodai Senga Is Confirming Mets' Worst Fears 3 Months Into the Season The Mets have a major Kodai Senga issue on their hands, and it is time for the team to finally realize what they need to address

JUNE 25 • SI.COM

Soto's status is unclear as Lindor gets ready to rejoin Mets, and Senga shifts to bullpen

Francisco Lindor is ready to rejoin the New York Mets just as Juan Soto deals with a back injury that may sideline him beyond Wednesday

JUNE 24 • Associated Press

Senga moving to bullpen for 1st time with Mets NEW YORK -- After Kodai Senga’s post-injury comeback encountered another clunky start on Tuesday night at Citi Field -- where the righty’s s...

JUNE 24 • MLB.COM

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