David Peterson Grateful for Bullpen's Heroics After Short Start in Mets' Comeback

David Peterson had a poor start for the New York Mets on Tuesday night (September 24, 2025) against the Cubs, getting pulled after just four outs and 42 pitches in the second inning. Despite his struggles, the Mets' bullpen delivered a stellar performance, securing the final 23 outs in a 9-7 comeback victory. Peterson expressed immense gratitude for his teammates, stating, "Amazing team win – can’t say enough about the bullpen, they stepped up big." This crucial win propelled the Mets one game ahead of the Reds for the third NL wild card spot with five games remaining, highlighting the bullpen's critical role given rotation uncertainties.