Mets' Pitching Woes Deepen as Peterson Struggles Against Phillies

WHO:

MLB.com - Manager Carlos Mendoza stated, “We’ve got to see what we’ve got here in the upcoming days. People need to step up. We will have conversations, I’m pretty sure. But too early to tell.”

MLB.com - David Peterson, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza, Mets outfielder Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor, Bo Bichette, Brett Baty, Christian Scott, Kodai Senga.

WHAT:

MLB.com - David Peterson's four innings against the Phillies marked his longest outing of June.

MLB.com - Peterson has a 6.98 ERA over 25 appearances since August 6, 2025.

MLB.com - The Mets completed their six-game road trip with a 2-4 record.

MLB.com - Francisco Lindor is expected to play in a simulated game at Citi Field before potentially returning to the Mets on Wednesday against the Cubs.

MLB.com - David Peterson allowed five runs (four earned) in a 6-2 loss to the Phillies.

MLB.com - Peterson has a 10.97 ERA over his last three outings, with seven strikeouts and six walks in 10 2/3 innings.

MLB.com - Peterson has not won a game in over a month.

MLB.com - Francisco Lindor played all nine innings in a Minor League rehab game, finishing 0-for-4 with a walk, a stolen base, and a run scored.

MLB.com - Lindor is expected to return to the Mets as early as Wednesday against the Cubs.

WHERE:

MLB.com - The game took place at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.

MLB.com - Lindor's rehab game was played for Triple-A Syracuse.

WHEN:

MLB.com - Christian Scott could return from the injured list as soon as next weekend.

MLB.com - Lindor is likely to return to the Mets on Wednesday.

MLB.com - Peterson's last win was one month prior to the game against the Phillies.

WHY:

MLB.com - The Mets are considering a bullpen game or using Peterson in long relief due to their starting pitching struggles.

MLB.com - The Mets are struggling with their starting rotation due to a lack of alternatives.

MLB.com - Peterson's poor performance has raised concerns about his place in the rotation.

HOW:

MLB.com - Lindor had several defensive chances at shortstop during his rehab game, including a double play.

MLB.com - Peterson walked the first two batters he faced in the game against the Phillies.

MLB.com - The Mets are considering using a bullpen game or long relief for Peterson's next appearance.

The Mets are facing challenges with their starting pitching, prompting manager Carlos Mendoza to emphasize the need for players to step up in the coming days. David Peterson's recent outing against the Phillies was his longest of June, but he carries a 6.98 ERA over 25 appearances since August 6, 2025, leading the team to consider a bullpen game or using him in long relief. Meanwhile, Francisco Lindor is expected to play in a simulated game at Citi Field soon, with a potential return to the lineup on Wednesday against the Cubs, and Christian Scott could be back from the injured list as soon as next weekend.