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Mets Rotation Offseason Questions
How will the Mets fix their rotation after 2026's struggles?
In brief
How will the Mets fix their rotation after 2026's struggles? The Mets face four key rotation questions ahead of 2027 as their 2026 starting pitchers underperformed. Originally reported by Mlb.
Mets Rotation Performance
The Mets' rotation ranked 23rd in ERA (4.47), 22nd in innings (791), 15th in FIP (4.18) and tied for 18th in WAR (10.4) in 2026.
Skubal Signing Question
The Mets need a major free agent to improve their rotation but have avoided nine-figure commitments to starting pitchers.
Senga and Manaea Status
Senga and Manaea are both entering final years of contracts with inconsistent performances and injury concerns.
McLean's Future Potential
McLean showed promise in 2026 with a 3.16 ERA but needs another gear to be elite.
Homegrown Starters' Reliability
Three homegrown starters combined for 291 innings but are too early to count as sure things for 2027.
The essence
The Mets face four key rotation questions ahead of 2027 as their 2026 starting pitchers underperformed.
