The Mets are rolling the dice on Kodai Senga as their ace this upcoming season, but they’re well aware of the gamble they’re taking. There’s a reason the front office has been exploring other pitching options, engaging in trade discussions with the Padres for Michael King and Dylan Cease. Those talks aren’t just due diligence—they signal a level of concern about the rotation’s overall stability and Senga’s ability to stay on the mound.
The Injury Gamble
Senga was nothing short of electric in 2023, delivering a 2.98 ERA over 166.1 innings with 10.