David Peterson has established himself as a formidable pitcher for the New York Mets this season, further solidifying this claim with a six-strikeout, no-walk shutout against the Washington Nationals. This performance marked his first career complete game and shutout, bringing his ERA down to 2.49, ranking fourth among National League starters. His 71-25 K-BB ratio over 79 2/3 innings reflects his dominance on the mound.

Peterson's achievement is notable as he became the first Mets left-handed pitcher to record a shutout since Steven Matz in 2019. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was impressed with Peterson's resilience, allowing him to finish the game with only a minimal pitch increase. With an impressive bWAR of 2.0, Peterson's contributions could play a critical role as the Mets aim for postseason success.