Mets' New Pitching Plan: Manaea Piggybacks, Five-Man Rotation

0:00The latest scores, headlines, and storylines. Right here on New York Met's news today, subscribe and stay game ready. The New York Met's are gearing up for a world series run in 2026 with a fresh twist in their pitching plans. Veteran hurler Sean Manaya, who started 12 games last season, won't be a traditional opener. Instead, he'll piggyback behind starters, jumping in for later innings to keep the staff fresh. The team is rolling with a five-man rotation to start, featuring Freddie Peralta, David Peterson, Nolan McLean, Clay Holmes, and Code Isenga. Manager Carlos Mendoza explained that with six strong arms, all performing well, they had to make tough calls early in camp, especially with off days, easing the knee for a six starter right away. Manaya was upfront about his feelings, admitting its frustrating since he views himself as a starter at heart. Still, he's on board and plans to prove his worth. Through his performance, no matter the spot. Mendoza added that Manaya will get

1:00start soon, likely after a couple turns through the rotation, as everyone settles routines. They'll reassess based on health and schedule, so roles could shift down the line. This set-up gives the Met's flexibility early on, balancing depth with workload as they chase that championship.