Mets players address individual season struggles and pitch development
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

New York Mets players are reflecting on their 2026 performance as the team enters the final month of the regular season. Pitchers Freddy Peralta, Devin Williams, and Robert Stock discussed the challenges of maintaining rhythm and consistency throughout the year. Meanwhile, Nolan McLean offered insight into the technical difficulties he has faced with the shape and movement of his sweeper pitch. Despite these struggles, the team continues to integrate newer talent, including Nick Morabito, who recently recorded his first career hits in the major leagues. The organization maintains a focus on individual adjustments for its roster during the closing weeks of the season.
- •Freddy Peralta and Devin Williams noted ongoing efforts to find consistency in their pitching performances.
- •Nolan McLean identified challenges with the shape and consistency of his sweeper pitch this season.
- •Nick Morabito recorded his first and second career major league hits.
- •The team is entering the final month of the 2026 baseball season.
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