Mets place Kodai Senga on IL, recall Christian Scott

TL;DR

The Mets have placed pitcher Kodai Senga on the 15-day injured list due to lumbar spine inflammation and recalled Christian Scott from Triple-A Syracuse. Senga's IL stint is retroactive to April 27.

Key points

Kodai Senga placed on 15-day injured list
Injury due to lumbar spine inflammation
Christian Scott recalled from Triple-A Syracuse
Senga's IL stint retroactive to April 27
Senga's performance declined in recent starts

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 26: Pitcher Kodai Senga #34 of the New York Mets throws during the first inning of game two of a doubleheader against the Colorado Rockies at Citi Field on April 26, 2026 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Heather Khalifa/Getty Images) | Getty Images Ahead of their series opener against the Nationals on Tuesday, the Mets placed Kodai Senga on the 15-day injured list with lumbar spine inflammation and recalled Christian Scott from Triple-A Syracuse. Senga came out of the gate strong this season. In his first two starts, the 33-year-old pitched 11.2 innings, allowing four runs (3.09 ERA) and striking out 16. But over his next three starts, Senga allowed 16 earned runs in just 8.1 innings (17.28 ERA). His average fastball velocity also dropped noticeably over the course of the season’s first month, falling from 97.4 mph on March 31 to 95.1 mph in his most recent start against the Rockies on Sunday. Senga’s IL stint is retroactive to April 27. Scott started for the Mets on April 23 against the Twins, marking his first appearance in the majors since July 21, 2024. Scott did not fare well against Minnesota, lasting 1.1 innings while allowing a run on five walks and a hit-by-pitch. He was optioned back to Triple-A the following day, but is already back with the big league club before making another start in Syracuse. The Mets are effectively operating with four starting pitchers — , , , and now Scott — while and provide multi-inning relief out of the bullpen. It remains to be seen if one of those two left-handers will assume the role of full-time starter in the near future.

Q&A

What injury did Kodai Senga sustain that led to his placement on the IL?

Kodai Senga was placed on the injured list due to lumbar spine inflammation.

How has Kodai Senga performed this season before his injury?

Before his injury, Senga had a strong start with a 3.09 ERA in his first two games, but struggled in his next three outings with a 17.28 ERA.

Who is Christian Scott and why was he recalled by the Mets?

Christian Scott is a pitcher who was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse to fill the roster spot left by Senga's injury.