Sean Manaea Potentially Shifts to Mets Bullpen Amidst Season Struggles

New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea is facing a potential move to the bullpen, with manager Carlos Mendoza indicating he could be used in a piggybacking tandem situation behind Clay Holmes on Tuesday. Holmes is slated to start in Manaea’s regular rotation spot. Manaea, who re-signed with the Mets on a three-year, $75 million contract, has had a difficult season. His regular season debut was delayed until mid-July due to an oblique injury and elbow issues. In 11 starts, Manaea has recorded a 5.76 ERA, surrendering 52 hits and 10 home runs in 50.0 innings, with his ERA climbing to 7.71 since the beginning of August.