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Kodai Senga performs well in emergency start for Mets vs. Marlins

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 3:04 AM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Kodai Senga performs well in emergency start for Mets vs. Marlins

Summary

Kodai Senga made a strong return for the Mets on July 31, starting in place of Freddy Peralta against the Marlins after nearly two weeks off. He pitched four scoreless innings but allowed three earned runs, two occurring after his exit, in the Mets' 5-2 loss. Interim manager Andy Green praised Senga's performance as commendable given the short notice and time away. Senga expressed hope that this outing would help him regain form as the Mets face potential rotation changes ahead of the trade deadline.

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By the Numbers

•Senga pitched four scoreless innings in his emergency start
•Mets lost 5-2 to the Marlins on July 31
•Freddy Peralta was scratched before the game
•Interim manager Andy Green praised Senga's performance
•Senga aims for more consistent starts moving forward

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3:04 AMYahoo Sports — Mets' Kodai Senga shows flashes of brilliance in emergency start against Marlins: 'He was phenomenal today'

What they're saying

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After the Mets scratched Freddy Peralta from his start mere hours before first pitch, Kodai Senga took the mound after nearly two weeks down and on short notice, and was brilliant for most of his outing.
— Yahoo Sports

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