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Mets Ace Predicted to Opt Out of Deal; Will He Return?

The New York Mets will need to address a lot of questions at the starting pitcher position this offseason. One question is whether Kodai Senga — the pitcher New York predicted would be their ace during this 2024 season — will be able to stay healthy all the way up until Opening Day 2025.

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New York Mets Noncommittal on Kodai Senga's Role For Game 5 of NLCS

NEW YORK - The New York Mets are planning on using ace Kodai Senga in Game 5 of the NLCS on Friday, but it remains to be seen what his role will be. Senga's Game 1 start did not go well, as he struggled with his command, lasting just 1.1 innings, allowing three runs, walking four and throwing 20 out of his 30 pitches out of the strike zone.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 15

Mets Believe Ace Kodai Senga Is Healthy

Kodai Senga may have been ineffective this postseason - but he's not injured. The New York Mets' ace endured a brutal performance against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLCS, lasting just 1.1 innings and allowing three runs in an eventual 9-0 defeat.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14

Mets make ‘decision’ on Kodai Senga after Game 2 win vs. Dodgers

Game 1 of the NLCS got away from the New York Mets in a hurry. It became apparent rather quickly that Kodai Senga did not have the stuff to get through the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup, as he was very much unable to throw strikes.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 14

Mets’ Kodai Senga Decision Raises Questions For Rest of NLCS

Game 1 of the NLCS did not go as planned for the New York Mets, who suffered a 9-0 loss in a contest that felt over before it started. A large part of that was the struggles of right-hander Kodai Senga.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14

How Kodai Senga’s brutal start impacts Mets’ Shohei Ohtani strategy for Game 2

The NLCS didn’t get off to the start that the Mets envisioned. Starting pitcher Kodai Senga got off to a terrible start and was pulled after getting just four outs, and the Dodgers continued to dominate throughout the game in a 9-0 victory in Game 1.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / October 14

Dodgers bats take advantage of early chances in Game 1

Dodgers pounce on the struggles of Kodai Senga to set up the win The Dodgers rapidly shut down any thoughts of a letdown start after such an emotionally draining win and series victory versus the Padres.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14

Mets’ Kodai Senga gets 100% real about Game 1 debacle vs. Dodgers

After a challenging start in Game 1 of the NLCS, New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga faced the media with frustration and determination. The right-hander,

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14

Mets’ manager Carlos Mendoza gets brutally honest about Kodai Senga after loss to Dodgers

In a candid post-game interview, New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza didn’t shy away from addressing the struggles of pitcher Kodai Senga during the first game of the National League Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

New York Mets News / Total Apex Sports / October 14

New York Mets Dominated In Game 1 Of NLCS

The New York Mets dropped Game One of the NLCS tonight 9-0 to the Los Angeles Dodgers. New York Mets Starting Pitcher Kodai Senga had a rough day on the mound tonight on the road against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

MLB News / Empire Sports Media / October 14

Dodgers face major test in NLCS Game 1 vs. Mets ace

The Los Angeles Dodgers will have their hands full in Game 1 of their 2024 National League Championship Series against the New York Mets on Sunday night.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / October 12

Mets Reveal Starters For First Two Games of NLCS

After defeating the San Diego Padres in Game 5 of the National League Division Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers will now face the New York Mets in the NL Championship Series.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / October 12

Mets tab Kodai Senga for Game 1, Sean Manaea for Game 2

The New York Mets will send Kodai Senga to the mound in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday, with Sean Manaea slated to start Game 2 on Monday.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 12

Mets make official Kodai Senga NLCS Game 1 decision

The New York Mets cruised into the NLCS after upsetting the Philadelphia Phillies in their NLDS series in four games, and they learned that their opponent would be the Los Angeles Dodgers after they won in five games over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.

New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / October 10

New York Mets' Kodai Senga Goes Viral For His Reaction to Francisco Lindor's Grand Slam

The grand slam that Francisco Lindor hit Wednesday night sent the baseball world into a frenzy, but Kodai Senga wasn't among those who was bouncing off the walls in excitement.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 5

Phillies OF Kyle Schwarber continues postseason dominance

Phillies outfielder Kyle Schwarber continues postseason dominance

Schwarber has already made his presence felt for the Phillies. His first plate appearance in the 2024 playoffs could be the start of another impressive run.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / October 5

Kodai Senga not worried about notoriously tough Phillies fans

Not only is Senga unbothered by the potentially hostile atmosphere, he’s looking forward to it.

Mets ride magical week into NLDS showdown vs. rival Phillies

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New York Mets News / Action Network / October 5

Mets vs. Phillies player props for Brandon Nimmo and Kodai Senga on Saturday, Oct. 5

One of the longest-standing rivalries in baseball finally gets put on a grand stage in October. The New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies will meet in the postseason for the first time with a spot in the NLCS on the line.

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New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / October 4

Mets ace has great comment about starting NLDS Game 1

If the Mets are planning to keep him on a tight pitch count, the pitcher doesn’t seem to be married to the plan.

Kodai Senga's NLDS return a high-risk, high-reward move for surging Mets

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Mets teammate called Pete Alonso's dramatic home run vs. Brewers

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New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / October 4

Mets make surprising announcement about Game 1 starting pitcher

The New York Mets caught everyone off-guard Friday with the announcement of their starting pitcher for Game 1 of the National League Division series against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Kodai Senga's NLDS return a high-risk, high-reward move for surging Mets

Mets pitcher reportedly still experiencing issues after spinal fluid leak

Phillies pulling interesting rotation move for NLDS

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 4

Mets' Kodai Senga returns to make second start of 2024 in NLDS Game 1

The Mets are facing off against the Phillies in the National League Division Series, with the first game set for Saturday afternoon. Manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters Friday that right-hander Kodai Senga will start Game 1 for the Mets.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 4

Kodai Senga's NLDS return a high-risk, high-reward move for surging Mets

The Mets are expected to start 2023 All-Star starting pitcher Kodai Senga in NLDS Game 1 vs. the Phillies on Saturday.

Watch: Mets' Pete Alonso hits dramatic go-ahead HR in ninth inning

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New York Mets News / Field Level Media / October 4

Reports: Kodai Senga might make Mets' NLDS roster

Kodai Senga, after missing almost the entire regular season due to injuries, is a candidate to make the New York Mets' roster for the National League Division Series, the New York Post and The Athletic reported Thursday night.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 22