Kodai Senga Optioned to Triple-A to Refine Mechanics, First Start Expected This Weekend

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga has been optioned to Triple-A Syracuse, with his first minor league start anticipated for Friday or Saturday. Manager Carlos Mendoza stated the move is to 'give him time to throw a couple of bullpens before we put him in the game' to work on his mechanics. Senga, 32, holds a 7-6 record with a 3.02 ERA and 1.31 WHIP in 22 starts this season (113.1 IP). However, he has struggled since July, posting an 0-3 record with a 5.90 ERA and 5.76 FIP over his last nine starts (39.2 IP).