Sean Manaea Returns from Paternity List to Start Sunday for New York Mets

New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea is set to return from the paternity list and start the team's final home game of the regular season on Sunday against the Washington Nationals. This decision comes after the Mets previously utilized a flipped pitching plan where Manaea followed Clay Holmes. In his last start on September 9 against the Philadelphia Phillies, Manaea allowed four runs on five hits, including two home runs, over 5.0 innings. However, he showed improvement in a subsequent bullpen performance, giving up only one run on a solo home run over 5.0 innings. Manager Carlos Mendoza noted Manaea's flexibility, acknowledging his preference to start while also being on board with bullpen roles when needed, given his past experience in both capacities.