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Yahoo
15-05-2025
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Mets SP Frankie Montas' Change in Physical Appearance Is Turning Heads
New York Mets starting pitcher Frankie Montas appears to be nearing a return from a right lat strain that's sidelined him since camp. In a May 14 injury update from beat reporter Anthony DiComo, the Mets insider noted that Montas is "tiptoeing closer to a Minor League rehab assignment" and "should return in June." Advertisement But his injury progress isn't the only thing that has Mets fans excited. New York Mets starting pitcher Frankie Montas at Clover Park during Spring Navarro-Imagn Images On May 14, a fan pointed out Montas' change in physique since January, posting a side-by-side photo within the New York Mets community on X. In it, he noted that the picture on the left was taken at FanFest in January, while the photo on the right was taken "yesterday," or May 13. Although the cut-off tank might help Montas' case, he certainly looks more physically fit in the more recent picture. And it's possible that the starting pitcher is in better shape after a long rehab stint with Mets trainers. What matters most is what Montas does on the mound, however, as Mets fans have come to expect a lot from their starters in 2025. Advertisement The Amazin's currently flaunt a league-best team SP ERA as of May 15. Posting a combined 2.74 ERA without Sean Manaea or Montas. Will the Mets' famed "pitching lab," led by president of baseball operations David Stearns and pitching coach Jeremy Hefner, help Montas take his game to the next level too? Only time will tell, but the change in physical appearance is a good start. If Montas doesn't perform once healthy, it'll be difficult to justify keeping him in the rotation. After all, Manaea is almost back, and pitchers like Kodai Senga, Griffin Canning, David Peterson, Clay Holmes and Tylor Megill have all earned their keep. Advertisement Related: Mets Facing Major Decision After Sean Manaea News Related: Mets' Juan Soto Sends Yankees Clear Message Ahead of Subway Series
New York Times
21-02-2025
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- New York Times
Analysis: Mets don't plan to add to rotation after Frankie Montas injury. But should they?
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — After losing Frankie Montas for possibly the first quarter of the season because of a high-grade lat strain, league sources said the New York Mets intend to rely on their depth instead of acquiring another starter. But is that the right play? It took all of two weeks into spring training for Montas' injury to underscore the risk involved with the Mets' rotation strategy of short-term additions. Advertisement The Mets signed Montas, 31, to a two-year guarantee worth $34 million in early December because they liked his upside and the reemergence of his velocity late last summer. But there's a reason Montas was always going to be tied to short-term offers in the first place: his injury history. Montas has qualified for the ERA title once in nine big-league seasons. Frankie Montas says he won't throw for 4-6 weeks as he recovers from his lat strain: — SNY (@SNYtv) February 19, 2025 To their credit, the Mets achieved one of president of baseball operations David Stearns' goals by building more starting pitch depth. Coming into the season, they wanted enough options, knowing that injuries were inevitable. So it's of no surprise the Mets plan to stand pat — at least for now. They boast enough quantity to absorb Montas' injury. There are still seven names for six spots: Kodai Senga, Sean Manaea, David Peterson, Clay Holmes, Griffin Canning, Tylor Megill and Paul Blackburn. The issue is each of those names carries a fair question. How many innings can Senga give the Mets? Can Manaea repeat his success? Can Peterson eschew what the expected numbers say about his 2024 season and avoid regression? Can Holmes successfully transition from reliever to starter? Can Canning perform better with the Mets than he did with the Los Angeles Angels? Can Megill sustain his second-half success? Can Blackburn stay healthy after his scary spinal injury? The Mets faced a similar situation during last year's spring training when Senga suffered an injury. At that time, the Mets chose against adding another starter. They stuck with internal options. As a whole, the Mets' rotation ended up surpassing projections in terms of availability and performance. The Mets' strategy of short-term deals worked last year, with Luis Severino and Manaea making every start while producing sub-4.00 ERAs. But even if the Mets own great practices for health and performance, it doesn't mean their strategy will work again this year. A distinct element of luck exists when betting on bounce-back candidates, players with injury risk or similar profiles. Advertisement And expectations for the Mets have changed. Club officials might push back on that idea, saying that they thought all along that the Mets looked like a contender. And that would be fair. But last year, the Mets weren't coming off an appearance in the National League Championship Series and didn't have Juan Soto. To that, club officials would probably say that making moves based on external expectations is a recipe for disaster. And, again, that would also be fair. So the Mets' decision to stick with what they have for the rotation comes down to a few things. When Montas returned to camp Wednesday, he estimated that he could resume throwing in four to six weeks, which is two weeks quicker than the Mets' initial timeline. Either way, he should return at some point in the first half. That's probably another reason why the Mets aren't quickly making a move. Whether the Mets end up needing to add or not before Montas is back may say less about him and more about their overall strategy. (Top photo of Frankie Montas: Sam Navarro / Imagn Images)
NBC Sports
17-02-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Mets starter Frankie Montas is shut down for at least 6 weeks with a strained back
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) — Right-hander Frankie Montas, who signed a two-year, $34 million free-agent contract in December with the New York Mets, will be shut down from pitching for six to eight weeks because of a strained back. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Monday it was a high-grade lat strain and that Montas was heading to New York for an injection. After the shutdown, Montas will need a spring training-like buildup, meaning Montas won't pitch until May at earliest. The injury creates uncertainty for a starting rotation that went through a makeover during the offseason. Mendoza said Montas' injury wouldn't necessarily mean the Mets are no longer going with a six-man rotation. 'We've got options,' Mendoza said. 'It's still too early. We will continue to have those conversations.' The Mets filled holes in their rotation with free-agent deals for Montas, Sean Manaea and Griffin Canning and bolstered their bullpen by picking up A.J. Minter and former All-Star closer Clay Holmes. Montas missed most of the 2023 season because of shoulder surgery. He returned last season but went 7-11 with a 4.84 ERA while playing for the Cincinnati Reds and Milwaukee Brewers.
Yahoo
17-02-2025
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Mets starter Frankie Montas is shut down for at least 6 weeks with a strained back
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) — Right-hander Frankie Montas, who signed a two-year, $34 million free-agent contract in December with the New York Mets, will be shut down from pitching for six to eight weeks because of a strained back. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Monday it was a high-grade lat strain and that Montas was heading to New York for an injection. After the shutdown, Montas will need a spring training-like buildup, meaning Montas won't pitch until May at earliest. The injury creates uncertainty for a starting rotation that went through a makeover during the offseason. Mendoza said Montas' injury wouldn't necessarily mean the Mets are no longer going with a six-man rotation. 'We've got options,' Mendoza said. 'It's still too early. We will continue to have those conversations.' The Mets filled holes in their rotation with free-agent deals for Montas, Sean Manaea and Griffin Canning and bolstered their bullpen by picking up A.J. Minter and former All-Star closer Clay Holmes. Montas missed most of the 2023 season because of shoulder surgery. He returned last season but went 7-11 with a 4.84 ERA while playing for the Cincinnati Reds and Milwaukee Brewers. ___ AP MLB: The Associated Press
Yahoo
17-02-2025
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Mets starter Frankie Montas is shut down for at least 6 weeks with a strained back
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) — Right-hander Frankie Montas, who signed a two-year, $34 million free-agent contract in December with the New York Mets, will be shut down from pitching for six to eight weeks because of a strained back. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Monday it was a high-grade lat strain and that Montas was heading to New York for an injection. After the shutdown, Montas will need a spring training-like buildup, meaning Montas won't pitch until May at earliest. The injury creates uncertainty for a starting rotation that went through a makeover during the offseason. Mendoza said Montas' injury wouldn't necessarily mean the Mets are no longer going with a six-man rotation. 'We've got options,' Mendoza said. 'It's still too early. We will continue to have those conversations.' The Mets filled holes in their rotation with free-agent deals for Montas, Sean Manaea and Griffin Canning and bolstered their bullpen by picking up A.J. Minter and former All-Star closer Clay Holmes. Montas missed most of the 2023 season because of shoulder surgery. He returned last season but went 7-11 with a 4.84 ERA while playing for the Cincinnati Reds and Milwaukee Brewers. ___ AP MLB:
