Mets move scuffling Senga to bullpen after loss
The New York Mets have moved pitcher Kodai Senga to the bullpen following a loss to the Chicago Cubs.
📍 Where it landed
The Mets moved Kodai Senga to the bullpen following a series of struggles and a loss to the Cubs. His role remained a subject of question after several poor outings.
Epilogue added 88d ago, after coverage quieted.
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Cubs 9-6 Mets (Jun 23, 2026) Game Recap ESPN · 91d ago
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Mets Move Kodai Senga To Bullpen MLB Trade Rumors · 91d ago broke it first
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Following a series of struggles and a recent loss to the Cubs, the New York Mets have transitioned Kodai Senga from the starting rotation to the bullpen. The decision follows a performance described as a flop by some coverage.
Reports from ESPN, MLB.com, and The New York Times highlight Senga's ongoing difficulties. The New York Times notes that the performance was not sufficient for the team's needs, while Amazin' Avenue focused on his struggles during the defeat to Chicago.
Coverage indicates that the Cubs' PCA continued a strong streak, hitting his fifth home run in six games against his former club. Future focus remains on Senga's adaptation to the bullpen role.
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Why did the Mets move Kodai Senga to the bullpen?
The move follows a loss to the Cubs and continued struggles by Senga on the mound.
Who did the Mets play in their recent loss?
The New York Mets played the Chicago Cubs.
Which player had a notable performance against the Mets?
PCA hit his fifth home run in the last six games against the Mets, the club that dealt him to the Cubs.
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