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The decline has been particularly concerning because Senga still flashes some strikeout ability but lacks command and efficiency.<\/p>\n
His famous \u201cghost fork\u201d has occasionally delivered swings and misses, yet hitters no longer look as fooled by it as they once did.<\/p>\n
Instead, opponents are waiting for mistakes in the zone and punishing them with alarming consistency, leaving the Mets searching for answers.<\/p>\n
Mets weighing possible solutions<\/h2>\n
Team insiders suggest the Mets are actively considering their options, including the rare step of sending Senga to the minor leagues.<\/p>\n
Beat reporter Mike Puma highlighted the possibility, noting it would require Senga\u2019s approval before becoming reality.<\/p>\n Mets aren\u2019t ruling out a minor league stint for Kodai Senga (who would have to approve such a move) as @WillSammon reported earlier.<\/p>\n Also, Sean Manaea is scheduled to pitch Monday in Philadelphia.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/NYPost_Mets\/status\/1963253710273843710?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1963253710273843710%7Ctwgr%5E078ee3b4df1877065c73471a8f1b7597c0ce1bfa%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fempiresportsmedia.com%2Fnew-york-mets%2Fmets-are-reportedly-considering-minor-league-stint-for-struggling-ace%2F<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n It\u2019s not an easy conversation, but sometimes even stars need to step away from the spotlight. Like a seasoned violinist struggling to hit notes, a quieter room can help reset rhythm and timing.<\/p>\n Manager Carlos Mendoza has continued to back Senga publicly, but even his tone reflects a recognition that adjustments are necessary.<\/p>\n Whether that means mechanical tweaks, rethinking pitch sequencing, or simply giving the right-hander more recovery time between outings, the organization knows the status quo isn\u2019t sustainable.<\/p>\n The Mets rotation isn\u2019t as fragile as it once seemed, which makes such a decision more realistic. Tylor Megill is nearing a return from the injured list, Jonah Tong has shown staying power, and Brandon Sproat looks ready to contribute at the major league level.<\/p>\n The organization suddenly has the depth required to cover for Senga should he step aside temporarily.<\/p>\n This depth also gives the Mets a chance to be proactive rather than reactive. Instead of watching Senga\u2019s ERA continue climbing while he battles frustrations under the brightest lights, they could provide him a low-pressure environment to rebuild confidence.<\/p>\n A two or three-week reset could be the difference between salvaging his season and watching it spiral further.<\/p>\n Any move to the minors would be temporary, designed less as punishment and more as a chance to regroup mentally and physically.<\/p>\n Kodai Senga remains one of the Mets\u2019 most talented arms, capable of dominating when everything clicks. A healthy, locked-in Senga is arguably their most reliable starter, and that is something the organization cannot afford to waste.<\/p>\n For now, the Mets must balance patience with urgency, knowing their season hinges on finding the best version of their ace again.<\/p>\n Every contending team needs its frontline starter to be dependable, and the Mets are no different. If Senga can rediscover the sharpness that made him so feared last year, New York\u2019s outlook changes instantly.<\/p>\n Until then, all eyes remain on the decision looming over his immediate future.<\/p>\n READ MORE: Mets outfielder likely to miss the remainder of the season after being shut down from baseball activities<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Mets ace Kodai Senga continues to struggle, raising questions about a possible minor league stint to regain form and confidence<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":96626,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-96624","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mlb"],"yoast_head":"\n\n
Depth gives the Mets flexibility<\/h2>\n
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Senga\u2019s value remains undeniable<\/h2>\n