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Mets' Christian Scott earns first win after lengthy recovery from surgery

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Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Mets' Christian Scott earns first win after lengthy recovery from surgery

Summary

Christian Scott, a pitcher for the Mets, secured his first career win against the Marlins after an 18-month recovery from elbow surgery. In his 16th start, Scott struck out a season-high eight batters and allowed one earned run over 5 2/3 innings. Following his debut in May 2024, Scott faced challenges with command and pitch count, but he has since evolved his repertoire, adding a cutter and experimenting with a changeup. Manager Carlos Mendoza expressed confidence in Scott's talent as he continues to develop his pitching skills this season.

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•Scott's win snaps an 18-month streak without a victory.
•Scott recorded eight strikeouts and a 2.97 ERA this season.
•He struggled with command early in the season but has shown improvement.
•Mendoza emphasized Scott's potential as a key asset for the team's pitching rotation.
•Scott is exploring new pitches to enhance his effectiveness on the mound.

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It was 18 months between starts for Christian Scott, who had to recover from elbow surgery to pitch for the Mets. It took even longer for win No. 1.
— Yahoo Sports

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