Mets' Kodai Senga struggles in return but remains in rotation for next start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:45 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Mets pitcher Kodai Senga returned to the mound on June 16 but allowed four earned runs in the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds in a 5-3 loss. Manager Carlos Mendoza expressed confidence that Senga will make his next scheduled start despite the rough outing. Senga, who walked four batters and struck out five, found success with his slider and sweeper after an ineffective start. He did not allow a hit after the first inning but acknowledged he needs to improve his command and consistency moving forward.
- •Senga allowed four earned runs in the first inning of his return.
- •Mets lost to the Reds 5-3 on June 16.
- •Senga struck out five batters and walked four.
- •He successfully used his slider and sweeper after the first inning.
- •Mendoza confirmed Senga will stay in the rotation for his next start.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Did Kodai Senga do enough to earn another start? Mets need more from righty
- 3:45 AMYahoo Sports — Mets 'pretty sure' Kodai Senga will remain in rotation for next start despite allowing four-run first inning
"Kodai Senga’s return to the mound for the Mets on Tuesday night was less than stellar after he allowed four earned runs in the first inning, but the right-hander did enough in the final three innings of his outing to earn himself another start.
"Kodai Senga is suddenly a key piece in the Mets rotation after returning from injury. He had an up-and-down effort in his first start back on Tuesday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 10:15 AMDid Kodai Senga do enough to earn another start? Mets need more from righty
Kodai Senga is suddenly a key piece in the Mets rotation after returning from injury. He had an up-and-down effort in his first start back on Tuesday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 3:45 AMMets 'pretty sure' Kodai Senga will remain in rotation for next start despite allowing four-run first inning
Kodai Senga’s return to the mound for the Mets on Tuesday night was less than stellar after he allowed four earned runs in the first inning, but the right-hander did enough in the final three innings of his outing to earn himself another start.
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