Zach Thornton - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

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4 HOURS AGO • 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.

19 HOURS AGO • 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

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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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MAY 21 • Associated Press

Not even temporary paralysis keeps dad of Mets' Thornton from son's debut WASHINGTON -- Paul Thornton was sitting in the wheelchair section behind Section 114 at Nationals Park on Wednesday when the bullpen door sw...

MAY 21 • MLB.COM

Mets pitching prospect set for debut tonight, filling in for injured ace The New York Mets are turning to youth as they try to navigate another major injury setback. Pitching prospect Zach Thornton is expected to...

MAY 20 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Called up ahead of MLB debut The Mets selected Thornton's contract from Triple-A Syracuse ahead of his scheduled start Wednesday in Washington.

Impact New York optioned reliever Daniel Duarte to the minors to clear room on the active roster for Thornton, who will be making his MLB debut Wednesday. The 24-year-old lefty will get a look in the New York rotation after he compiled a 3.55 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 33:10 K:BB over 33 innings across six starts between Syracuse and Double-A Binghamton. Though Kodai Senga (spine) seems to be trending toward a return from the injured list in the next couple weeks, the back end of the rotation has been a trouble spot for the Mets all season. With that in mind, Thornton could end up sticking around in a starting role on a more permanent basis if he's able to find success in his initial opportunities with the big club.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Zach Thornton's dad is re-learning how to walk, but he wouldn't miss son's MLB debut for Mets | Sporting News This is a once-in-a-lifetime moment for the Thornton family.

MAY 20 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Deadspin | Mets' Zach Thornton set for MLB debut vs. Nationals Deadspin | Mets' Zach Thornton set for MLB debut vs. Nationals

MAY 20 • DEADSPIN.COM

Washington Nationals host the New York Mets Wednesday

The Washington Nationals play the New York Mets on Wednesday

MAY 20 • Associated Press

Starting Wednesday Thornton will start Wednesday's game against the Nationals, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Thornton's start Wednesday will mark his MLB debut, and the Mets have officially decided not to use the 24-year-old southpaw behind an opener. He'll be filling the opening left in New York's rotation by Clay Holmes (leg), and he should receive several opportunities to make an impression with the big club before Kodai Senga (back) returns from the IL in a few weeks.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

MLB debut set to come Wednesday The Mets plan to call up Thornton from Triple-A Syracuse to pitch in Wednesday's game in Washington, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact New York has yet to announce whether Thornton will be utilized as a starter or a bulk reliever out of the bullpen in his MLB debut, but he'll be assuming the rotation spot of Clay Holmes, who was placed on the injured list over the weekend after fracturing his right fibula during his start in Friday's loss to the Yankees. Thornton, a 24-year-old lefty, isn't regarded as a major prospect but has been highly effective between stops at Double-A Binghamton and Syracuse this season, logging a 3.55 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 33:10 K:BB in six starts. The Mets are expected to get Kodai Senga (spine) back from the IL within the next few weeks, but Thornton could still be well positioned to maintain a more permanent spot in the rotation if he can carry over his success from Double-A and Triple-A in his first taste of the majors.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Dark-horse candidate for promotion Thornton could be a candidate to replace Clay Holmes (fibula) in the Mets' big-league rotation.

Impact Holmes was struck by a comebacker Friday and fractured his right fibula, creating another hole on the big-league staff. While Thornton doesn't have the prospect pedigree of Jonah Tong or Jack Wenninger, his rotation-mates at Triple-A Syracuse, the 24-year-old southpaw has added velocity and advanced quickly through the system since being a fifth-round pick in the 2023 First-Year Player Draft. Thornton's two-seam and four-seam fastballs sit in the low 90s but can touch 95 mph, and he also works with a potentially plus slider, a cutter, a changeup and a curveball. He was just promoted to Triple-A at the beginning of May, and in two starts for Syracuse he sports a 2.25 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 13:3 K:BB over 12 innings. Thornton isn't yet on the 40-man roster, but he's on turn to replace Holmes having also pitched Friday, and the veteran righty is likely to land on the 60-day IL.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Mets prospect Zach Thornton keeps flashing his potential in latest spring start: 'Not afraid' The Mets have a front line of young starting pitchers, but the group behind that initial wave is also promising.

MARCH 15 • NYPOST.COM

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