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Mets Prospect Tong Struggles in Second Start
3 Apr
Summary
- Jonah Tong allowed seven runs in 1.2 innings pitched.
- Corey Julks hit a bases-clearing double in the first inning.
- Tong's season ERA is now 6.35 through 5.2 innings pitched.
New York Mets prospect Jonah Tong faced significant struggles in his second start for the Syracuse Triple-A team on Thursday, April 3, 2026. He was removed from the game after only 1.2 innings, having allowed seven runs (four earned) on four hits, accompanied by three walks and two strikeouts. This rough outing has inflated his season ERA to 6.35 over 5.2 total innings pitched.
Tong's troubles began early, as he loaded the bases in the first inning before Corey Julks hit a bases-clearing double. Fielding errors and a two-run homer by Wenceel Pérez contributed to a four-run second inning. Despite these difficulties, Tong was recognized as MiLB's Pitching Prospect of the Year in 2025, showcasing a 1.43 ERA and 179 strikeouts across Double-A and Triple-A.
Control has historically been an area of concern for Tong, who pitched 18.2 innings in the majors in 2025 with a 7.71 ERA. The Mets' addition of Freddy Peralta to their rotation makes it likely Tong will remain in Triple-A for further development, though a return to the majors is possible if circumstances require it.
