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Mets Prospect Jonah Tong Dominates in Near No-Hit Gem
31 Aug
Summary
- Pitcher Jonah Tong nearly achieved a seven-inning no-hitter in Syracuse.
- He struck out eight batters, lowering his minor league ERA to 4.54.
- His performance is a discussion point for a potential September call-up.
Pitcher Jonah Tong delivered an impressive performance on Saturday, nearly completing a seven-inning no-hitter for Triple-A Syracuse. He allowed just one hit and two walks while striking out eight batters. This outing has lowered his ERA in the minors to 4.54 and sparked discussions about a potential September call-up to the Mets.
Interim manager Andy Green acknowledged Tong's strong outing, noting his fastball had "real life." Tong, the Mets' second-ranked pitching prospect, previously posted a 3.60 ERA in a reliever role in the majors this season but struggled after being sent back to Triple-A in early June.
With roster expansions to 28 players on September 1st, Tong's resurgence positions him as a viable option for the final month of the season, especially as the Mets' postseason hopes have diminished. His performance certainly bolsters his case for another major league opportunity.
