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6 HOURS AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

Gets plenty of support in victory Thornton (2-1) earned the win over Atlanta on Monday, allowing three runs on six hits and one walk while striking out five batters over 6.1 innings.

Impact Thornton struggled a bit out of the gate, allowing three first-inning singles, but a double play helped him escape with just one run on his ledger. The Mets' offense responded with a run in the bottom of that frame and went on to score 14 times, aiding the rookie righty in his second straight victory. Thornton continues to thrive despite not missing a ton of bats -- he had a modest nine whiffs and five punchouts, and he's compiled just 22 strikeouts across 29.2 innings on the campaign. That dents his fantasy appeal a bit, but Thornton has still been a really nice find so far, as he's recorded a 2.43 ERA and 0.91 WHIP through five MLB starts.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Francisco Lindor homered twice and tripled off the top of the fence, driving in six runs as the New York Mets pulled away for a 14-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Mets host the Braves to start 3-game series

The New York Mets host the Atlanta Braves to begin a three-game series

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Zac Thornton's Recent Surge Could Have Domino Effect on Mets' Starting Rotation Since leaving the All-Star break and their abysmal first half in the rearview mirror, the New York Mets have proven what their ceiling could...

JULY 23 • SI.COM

Earns first MLB win Thornton (1-1) earned the win Tuesday against the Mets, allowing three hits and one walk while striking out two over six scoreless innings.

Impact Thornton threw 53 of his 81 pitches for strikes and picked up the first major-league victory of his career. The left-hander allowed just one hit through his first five innings and retired 13 consecutive batters during one stretch before finishing with his second straight scoreless outing. Thornton has now thrown 18 consecutive shutout innings and through his first four major-league starts he owns a 1.93 ERA, 0.86 WHIP and 17:6 K:BB across 23.1 innings. He's lined up to make his next start Monday at home against Atlanta.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Brewers host the Mets on 4-game home win streak

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JULY 21 • Associated Press

Zach Thornton Gives Mets a Rotation Answer They Can No Longer Ignore After a dominant seven-inning performance against the Red Sox, Mets rookie Zach Thornton is making a compelling case to anchor the starting...

JULY 13 • SI.COM

New York Mets’ 40-57 Start Marks Franchise’s Worst First Half Since 1995

After starting the season with high expectations and a payroll to match, the New York Mets stumbled into the All-Star break following their...

JULY 13 • FOX SPORTS

New York Mets’ 40-57 Start Marks Franchise’s Worst First Half Since 1995

Will start second half in rotation Thornton will remain in the Mets' rotation following the All-Star break, per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. The rookie allowed just two hits and two walks over seven scoreless innings...

Impact Thornton was stellar against Boston on Sunday, as he needed just 82 pitches to get through seven scoreless innings while holding the Red Sox to just two singles, and he'll be rewarded with a regular spot in the Mets' rotation to open the second half. In three major-league starts this season, Thornton's pitched to a 2.60 ERA with a 0.92 WHIP and 15:5 K:BB across 17.1 innings.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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Francisco Lindor misplayed a potential game-ending, double-play grounder for an error that led to Boston’s two-run ninth inning, Anthony Siegler hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th and...

JULY 12 • Associated Press

Promoted for Sunday's start The Mets recalled Thornton from Triple-A Syracuse ahead of his start against the Red Sox on Sunday.

Impact The left-hander went back to Syracuse after delivering a quality start against the Phillies on June 26, and he'll rejoin the Mets to start the final game before the All-Star break. In addition to that outing, Thornton made one previous start in the majors this season, giving up four runs across 4.1 innings at Washington on May 20.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 12 • Associated Press

Set to pitch Sunday Thornton is expected to pitch in Sunday's game against the Red Sox, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports.

Impact There's a strong chance that Thornton will get to start Sunday's first-half finale, though the Mets haven't confirmed their plans just yet. The 24-year-old southpaw has already made two starts in the majors this season, giving up five earned runs while striking out 10 batters and walking three across 10.1 innings. Although he hasn't yet been able to claim a regular spot in the Mets' rotation, that could change within the next couple of weeks, depending on what moves New York makes ahead of the trade deadline.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Back in minors The Mets optioned Thornton to Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday.

Impact Thornton gave up just one run over six innings during his start against the Phillies on Friday, but it wasn't enough to buy him another turn through the rotation. He'll instead head back to Triple-A to make room for Christian Scott's (hip) return from the injured list. Now with a 4.35 ERA and 1.16 WHIP through 10.1 across his first two MLB starts, Thornton could be called upon again later in the year if New York's rotation depth is tested.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 27 • Associated Press

Impresses in return Thornton did not factor into the decision in Friday's 2-1 loss to the Phillies, allowing one run on five hits and one walk with seven strikeouts over six innings.

Impact Making just his second career major-league start, Thornton allowed a run in the first inning before settling in with five scoreless frames. He threw an impressive 54 of 78 pitches for strikes with 13 whiffs while logging his first career quality start. The rookie southpaw likely earned himself another turn in the Mets' rotation, which would line him up for a road matchup against Atlanta next weekend.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 27 • Associated Press

Summoned ahead of Friday's outing The Mets recalled Thornton from Triple-A Syracuse on Friday.

Impact Thornton is slated to either start or pitch in bulk relief Friday against the Phillies. The left-hander made a spot start in May in his major-league debut, permitting four runs on four hits and two walks in 4.1 innings in a loss to the Nationals. The southpaw holds a 4.25 ERA and 56:23 K:BB over 55 innings this season between Double-A Birmingham and Syracuse. Thornton could get an opportunity to make multiple starts for the Mets if he pitches well.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 26 • Associated Press

Getting call to pitch Friday The Mets will recall Thornton to pitch Friday against the Phillies, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports.

Impact It's unclear whether it will be a traditional start or a bulk relief outing, but Thornton has a chance to remain in the Mets' rotation for a while following the trade of David Peterson and demotion of Kodai Senga to the bullpen. Thornton struggled in a spot start in his major-league debut last month, allowing four runs on four hits and two walks in 4.1 innings in a loss to the Nationals. The lefty holds a 4.25 ERA and 56:23 K:BB over 55 innings this season between Double-A Birmingham and Triple-A Syracuse.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Zach Thornton's Second Chance With Mets Could Be Right Around the Corner Citi Field is going to be busy this week as the Mets are set to host two series in Queens. Things begin on Tuesday, with the Mets facing the...

JUNE 9 • SI.COM

Back to Triple-A Thornton was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday.

Impact Thornton made a surprise big-league debut with a spot start Wednesday in Washington, and he dealt with some growing pains, giving up four earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out three in 4.1 innings. Thornton, a 6-foot-3 lefty, sits 91-92 mph with his two fastballs and threw his 86-mph cutter 50 percent of the time Wednesday. He earned the spot start by logging a 3.16 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 40:12 K:BB in 37 innings across seven starts split between Double-A and Triple-A.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

NY Mets' Carlos Mendoza reacts after Zach Thornton's emotional MLB debut vs Nationals Manager Carlos Mendoza praised New York Mets rookie Zach Thornton after the left-hander battled through an emotional MLB debut against the W...

MAY 21 • BOLAVIP.COM

Ambushed in big-league debut Thornton (0-1) took the loss Wednesday against Washington, allowing four runs on four hits and two walks in 4.1 innings. He struck out three.

Impact Making his first career major-league start, Thornton struggled across the board Wednesday. The Nationals ambushed the southpaw for three runs in the first inning, but Thornton was at least able to settle down a bit afterward and hold Washington to one run across his next 3.1 frames. He's next tentatively set to take the ball against the Reds, but it remains to be seen if the Mets will call up Jonah Tong from the minor leagues before then.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

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