José Buttó is currently sidelined with an illness, contributing to the Mets' pitching woes. His absence is felt as he is a part of the depleted rotation.

José Buttó has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to an unspecified illness, becoming the 13th pitcher from the Mets to hit the IL this season. His expected return is post-All-Star break, pending recovery.

Butto's performance has been a mixed bag this season, showing flashes of brilliance but struggling with consistency particularly in high-stress situations, leading to hard contact against him. Manager Mendoza emphasized the need for Butto to establish himself early in counts to prevent hitters from capitalizing.

Jose Butto struggled in relief, allowing multiple runs and failing to hold an inherited lead, reflecting on the broader issues facing the Mets' bullpen.

Jose Butto is transitioning to a relief role for the Mets in 2025 after having previously started games. He had a strong performance as a reliever last season, demonstrating adaptability in tough situations.