The Mets are grappling with bullpen fatigue as they navigate a series of tightly contested games. Despite the bullpen’s impressive 2.88 ERA, the loss of key reliever A.J. Minter and the heavy reliance on a small group of pitchers like Reed Garrett, Ryne Stanek, and Huascar Brazoban have raised concerns among coaches. Mendoza has expressed the need for caution to avoid overworking these arms, prompting roster adjustments including the addition of new relievers like Julian Merryweather and Justin Garza to bolster support.
Mendoza noted, 'We've been using them pretty hard. When you look, especially at a guy like Reed Garrett, I feel like the past week has been on-and-off.'
The Mets are in the midst of playing 10 straight games, and of the eight they've completed thus far, six have been decided by two or fewer runs. 'That's a good question,' Mendoza said with a humorless chuckle.
Collection
[
|
...
]