Kodai Senga locks down 1st career save for Mets. Could more be ahead?
With Devin Williams sidelined, Kodai Senga secured his first career save and could be defining his ultimate role with the Mets for the future.
Devin Williams' shoulder injury has created an opening for Mets reliever Kodai Senga to step into a new role. On Monday night, Senga made his major league debut as a closer, securing his first career save in the Mets' 8-5 victory over the Braves at Truist Park in Atlanta. He struck out both Matt Olson and Michael Harris II to close out the game, displaying impressive fastball velocity and a successful forkball delivery.
Mets interim manager Andy Green praised Senga's performance, highlighting the effectiveness of his pitches against the Braves' top hitters. Senga expressed his appreciation for the opportunity and the supportive environment, acknowledging the challenges of adjusting to the bullpen workload. As Williams is expected to be sidelined for at least two weeks, Senga could potentially become a key reliever for the Mets in high-leverage situations moving forward.
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