Mets momentum came in fits and starts this week, but the positives outweighed the negatives for fantasy managers. Sean Manaea delivered a composed 5.1 innings of one‑run ball with eight strikeouts in his New York debut, anchoring a rotation that has needed stabilizing depth. Francisco Lindor kickstarted a surge, producing steady contributions as the middle of the order finally clicked. Mark Vientos supplied a crucial three‑run homer, underscoring the club’s growing depth at the plate. Francisco Álvarez returned from Syracuse and looked the part, flashing power and a patient approach as he reestablished himself behind the plate. Kodai Senga’s off‑speed arsenal drew raves, suggesting a potential breakout piece for the stretch run. Clay Holmes provided reliable work in relief, keeping the bullpen from collapsing in crucial moments. A win over Seattle at the Little League Classic lightened the mood, but the broader picture remains a pitching‑dependent rebuild. Rob Manfred’s geographic realignment discussion added a layer of intrigue about schedules and postseason formats that could ripple into divisional races, travel, and viewing audiences. For fantasy players, the thread is clear: lean into Manaea, monitor Lindor and Álvarez’s hot streaks, and keep an eye on Vientos, Senga, and Holmes as the Mets chase moving ground in the NL East.