Zac Thornton Caps Promising Rookie Season With Solid Start for Mets

New York Mets rookie left-hander Zac Thornton concluded a stellar season by allowing two runs over five innings against the Texas Rangers, meeting his goal of making every start. Over 15 starts, Thornton recorded a 3.42 ERA and 1.14 WHIP. Beginning the year in Double-A Binghamton, he debuted May 20 and established himself as a key part of the Mets' young rotation core heading into next season.