Mets Hopeful as Injured Pitchers Near Return; Alvarez Working to Improve

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza provided updates on several players. Sean Manaea had a challenging first rehab start with High-A Brooklyn, allowing four runs in 1.2 innings. He is scheduled to pitch again, with the team focusing more on his recovery than immediate results. Frankie Montas is further along in his rehab, pitching for Triple-A Syracuse, and is expected to throw 80-85 pitches in his next start. While his pitch count is increasing, another rehab start is likely needed before he returns to the major league roster.

Paul Blackburn's return will provide a boost to the Mets' pitching rotation during a demanding stretch of games. His addition will help manage the workload of other starters. Francisco Alvarez, despite solid contact metrics, is working on consistency and driving the ball with more authority. His swing changes and a previous IL stint have impacted his performance, but there are signs of improvement in his expected batting average and slugging percentage.

Mendoza also expressed concern about the bullpen's workload, particularly for Ryne Stanek, Huascar Brazoban, and Reed Garrett, emphasizing the need to manage their usage carefully due to numerous close games.

Manaea is scheduled for another rehab start, and the team will assess his progress afterward.

Montas will likely need at least one more rehab start before being activated from the IL.

Alvarez is focused on improving his hitting consistency and power, particularly against fastballs.

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