Mets confirm Zach Thornton will remain in rotation after All-Star break
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 11:14 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Zach Thornton will make his next start for the Mets after the All-Star break. The left-hander had a standout performance, pitching seven scoreless innings against the Red Sox on July 12. This marks a significant step for Thornton, who has shown promise in his young career. Interim manager Andy Green praised his aggressive pitching style and the encouragement he has received from teammates. Thornton's ERA stands at 2.60 through three starts, creating optimism for the Mets' rotation.
- •Thornton pitched seven scoreless innings, surrendering two hits and two walks.
- •He struck out five batters while throwing just 82 pitches.
- •Thornton has a 2.60 ERA over three starts this season.
- •Interim manager Andy Green noted Thornton's unafraid approach on the mound.
- •Thornton joined fellow rookies Nolan McLean and Christian Scott in the rotation.
- 11:14 PMYahoo Sports — Mets keeping Zach Thornton in rotation to make his next start after All-Star break
"After his dominant outing, left-hander Zach Thornton, at least for now, has earned a spot in the rotation and will make his next start for the Mets which will come after the All-Star break.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
BaseballMLB•Jul 13, 2026, 12:33 AMMets prospect Ryan Clifford looking forward to playing in similar environment following MLB Futures Game- MLB•Jul 13, 2026, 12:14 AMCody New and Jacob Webster are selected on Day 2 of the 2026 MLB Draft
- MLB•Jul 13, 2026, 12:12 AMTexas A&M transfer selected by the Boston Red Sox in 2026 MLB Draft
- MLB•Jul 13, 2026, 12:08 AMGavin Gallaher goes undrafted in 2026 MLB Draft
- MLB•Jul 12, 2026, 11:55 PMPhillies All-Stars are painted onto a unique piece of artwork for 'Bells Across PA'
- MLB•Jul 12, 2026, 11:48 PMOld Tappan baseball star Selden Kolkebeck drafted by Texas Rangers
