Without A.J. Minter, Danny Young stands as the last lefty in the Mets' bullpen, showcasing resilience and capability since joining the team last season. The 30-year-old has proved his mettle, especially during last fall's postseason, by delivering crucial innings against tough hitters. Young has adopted a hard sinker and a sweeper, yielding remarkable results, with opponents yet to register a hit off the latter, leading to multiple strikeouts this season.

Manager Carlos Mendoza lauds Young's aggressive approach in the strike zone, emphasizing the left-on-left matchups he can effectively handle. The absence of Minter, confirmed to have a lat injury, ensures Young will have continued opportunities as the Mets lack a left-handed option in Triple-A. In save situations, Ryne Stanek has stepped in for closer Edwin Diaz, facing challenges, yet the Mets remain focused on managing Diaz's innings following a heavy workload earlier in the week.