Mets notes: Tough call in bullpen, Tylor Megill makes rotation, Christian Scott impresses
1 year ago

Mets notes: Tough call in bullpen, Tylor Megill makes rotation, Christian Scott impresses

New York Times  

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Many teams need to make hard decisions soon regarding a final reliever spot or two, but the New York Mets’ bullpen situation appears extra compelling. Given the Mets’ expectations — making the playoffs qualifies as a good season, team officials have said — might it be better to go with the pitcher with the most attractive upside? At one point during Mets prospect Christian Scott’s start on Wednesday, Miami Marlins utility man Nick Gordon asked teammates a question: “Does he have a Cy Young yet?” Told that Scott has yet to pitch in a major-league game, Gordon quipped, “Man, looks like the Cy Young to me.” 7⃣ strikeouts in 4⃣ frames for @Mets No. pic.twitter.com/KMO7NR1VP5 — MLB Pipeline March 20, 2024 Scott, whom most prospect lists rank as the Mets’ best arm in the farm system, hasn’t even pitched in Triple A.

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