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Clay Holmes prepares for return amid weather concerns for Mets

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Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Clay Holmes prepares for return amid weather concerns for Mets

Summary

Clay Holmes was scheduled to make a minor league rehab start for High-A Brooklyn, but inclement weather has altered his plans. Instead, he will throw a live bullpen session to A-ball hitters. Interim manager Andy Green stated Holmes is fit to throw 45 pitches and will build his pitch count towards returning to the rotation. Meanwhile, Luis Robert Jr. may rejoin the Mets as soon as Monday against the Brewers after recovering from a back injury. Both players' return is significant as the Mets approach the trade deadline on August 3.

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By the Numbers

•Holmes to throw live bullpen due to weather postponing rehab start.
•Green indicates Holmes is close to returning to the rotation.
•Robert could return as soon as Monday after injury.
•Mets face trade deadline pressure with player options looming.
•Robert's injury history complicates his potential trade value.

Latest Updates

9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Clay Holmes and Luis Robert Jr. aiming to join Mets soon

What they're saying

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PHILADELPHIA — Clay Holmes was set to make his first minor league rehab start Saturday for High-A Brooklyn, but the weather had other plans for the right-handed starter. The Northeast is currently battling storms and smoke, with particularly heavy rainfall in the New York area that is forcing the Mets and Holmes to alter their plans. Instead, he’ll throw a live bullpen to A-ball hitters ...
— Yahoo Sports

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