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Amazin' Daily Briefing: March 4, 2025 – Senga Shines, Injury Concerns Emerge in Mets Spring Training

Amazin' Daily Briefing: March 4, 2025 – Kodai Senga made an impressive return to the mound in spring training, showcasing a new sinker and sharp repertoire, while the Mets' pitching staff excelled despite the hitters struggling. As Spring Training continues, concerns arise over Nimmo's knee.

Brandon Nimmo Managing Knee Soreness as Opening Day Approaches

While the Mets are gearing up for the start of the season, all eyes are on Brandon Nimmo as he deals with some knee soreness. The situation has left Mets fans wondering: Will he be ready for Opening Day?

Nimmo acknowledged experiencing some soreness after Friday’s game. While he didn’t pinpoint a specific incident that triggered the discomfort, he explained that it's part of the expected process of getting back into game shape after dealing with a foot issue.

"It just flared up a little bit on me. This is part of getting back into playing," Nimmo said.

Rather than pushing through the minor setback, the Mets are opting to be cautious. Nimmo noted that he felt significantly better after a day of rest and treatment, but the team has decided to give him an additional rest day before assessing his availability for Thursday.

"We don’t want to push this thing. The goal of Spring Training, like I’ve said over and over, is to be ready for Opening Day," he reassured.

A Thought-Out Plan?

Interestingly, Nimmo admitted that the team anticipated some back and forth during his return and deliberately built flexibility into his schedule.

"Normally, I get in a little bit later in Spring Training, but we wanted to leave room in case something came up," he revealed.

Despite the temporary setback, Nimmo remains optimistic.

"I could probably go play right now, but we are being really careful," he stated. His focus remains on ensuring he's at 100% when it truly matters.

Manager and Training Staff Weigh In

The Mets’ training staff also shared their perspective, emphasizing that the soreness isn’t a cause for major concern.

"He’s going through his workout today. We’re monitoring it, but the level of concern remains low," a team official noted.

Manager Carlos Mendoza echoed similar sentiments, highlighting the importance of preparing for the long season ahead rather than rushing a return.

"This is all part of the Spring Training process. We want our guys healthy and in peak condition for the season," Mendoza said.

What’s Next?

While the exact return date remains uncertain, optimism is high that Nimmo will be ready for Opening Day. The plan is to reassess later this week, and if all goes well, he could be back on the field in just a few days.

For now, fans will have to wait and see—but the signs are pointing in the right direction. Stay tuned for further updates as we inch closer to the start of the season!

Kodai Senga Shines in Grapefruit League Debut for Mets

The excitement of spring training reached new heights as Kodai Senga made his highly anticipated return to the mound for the New York Mets. Facing the Miami Marlins, Senga took center stage, showing promise in his first outing of the Grapefruit League season.

Determined to face live batters from an opposing team rather than continue bullpen sessions, Senga worked with Mets management to get the green light. He threw 31 pitches across two innings before heading to the bullpen for 12 more, effectively simulating three innings of work.

The results? Encouraging. Senga looked sharp, and instead of conversations revolving around how he feels post-injury, the focus is shifting to his performance and improvements. One of the biggest takeaways from his outing was his evolving repertoire.

Senga has introduced a sinker to his arsenal—an effective tool for generating ground balls against right-handed hitters. His slider also appeared refined, leading to a vicious swing-and-miss strikeout.

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Strong Outing for Mets’ Pitching Staff

Beyond Senga, the Mets’ pitching staff delivered a solid performance.

David Peterson impressed with three scoreless innings, racking up five strikeouts.
Max Kranick continued his push for a bullpen spot, tossing 1 1/3 innings and striking out three.

While the Mets' pitching was on point, the hitters weren’t as sharp—something not uncommon in the early stages of spring training.

Optimism as the Season Nears

With Senga back in action and looking strong, the Mets have plenty to be excited about as Opening Day approaches. If this outing is any indication, Senga’s return could be a game-changer for New York’s rotation in 2024.

Stay tuned for more updates as the countdown to the season continues!