Mets Tap Clay Holmes to Start Tuesday Against Padres

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza announced that Clay Holmes will start on Tuesday against the San Diego Padres. This decision places Holmes in what would typically be Sean Manaea’s turn in the rotation. Mendoza confirmed the plan, stating, "Clay is going to start on Tuesday. That’s all we know there." This move allows the Mets to get creative with their pitching strategy following an off day, potentially setting up a tandem situation later in the series.