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Mets recall Jonah Tong to start series opener against Marlins

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 2:35 AM

Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Mets recall Jonah Tong to start series opener against Marlins

Summary

The New York Mets will call up pitcher Jonah Tong to start Monday’s series opener against the Miami Marlins in Miami. Interim manager Andy Green announced the decision on Friday after the team's 10-6 win against the San Francisco Giants. Tong, 23, previously made appearances for the Mets in relief earlier this season, finishing with a 1-1 record and a 3.60 ERA over 10 innings. He has spent the remainder of the season in Triple-A, where he holds a 5-6 record and a 4.54 ERA. His recent performance has been strong, with 23 strikeouts and a 0.84 ERA across his last four starts, including a one-hitter on August 29. Sean Manaea is scheduled to follow Tong in the rotation during the series in Miami.

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By the Numbers

•Jonah Tong will start Monday's game against the Miami Marlins.
•Sean Manaea is scheduled to pitch the second game of the series.
•Tong recorded a 0.84 ERA across his last four Triple-A starts.
•The Mets previously used Tong in relief for 10 innings earlier this season.

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2:35 AMYahoo Sports — Mets' Jonah Tong to start series-opener against Marlins on Monday

What they're saying

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Mets interim manager Andy Green told reporters Friday night after the team's win over the San Francisco Giants that Jonah Tong will be called up and start on Monday when they face the Marlins in Miami.
— Yahoo Sports

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