The New York Mets made a needed rotation move Saturday, reinstating Christian Scott from the 15-day injured list before another matchup with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Scott has been out with a right hip impingement, interrupting what had been one of the few encouraging pitching developments in a nightmare 2026 season. The right-hander owned a 3.10 ERA before the injury, giving New York another starter with upside as the Mets try to stabilize.
To clear space on the active roster, the Mets optioned Zach Thornton to Triple-A Syracuse. The move came one night after the rookie left-hander gave New York six innings of one-run ball in a 2-1 loss to the Phillies Friday night.
Ahead of Saturday’s second game vs. the Phillies, the Mets announced the transaction on X, formerly Twitter, confirming the roster moves under interim manager Andy Green.
“We have made the following roster moves.”
We have made the following roster moves. pic.twitter.com/79nKOHRIiH
— New York Mets (@Mets) June 27, 2026
The timing is crucial for a club trying to steady itself after a chaotic week. New York entered Saturday at 34-48, last in the NL East, and just one day removed from Carlos Mendoza’s firing.
The 27-year-old right-hander gives the rotation the needed reinforcement, with David Peterson traded and several arms unavailable. His return also gives Green another starter to evaluate as the Mets search for cleaner outings, better rhythm, and steadier innings from a staff under pressure.
Thornton’s demotion reflects roster math more than performance. After throwing deep into Friday’s game, he would not have been available right away, while Scott was ready to reclaim his spot. This is pivotal as the Mets try to halt another damaging slide quickly.
For New York, the move offers a rare positive development in what has been a rough season from the start. Scott’s return brings a young, high-upside arm back into focus as the Mets try to regroup against the Phillies Saturday afternoon and give their reshaped staff a chance to settle under new leadership.
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