The New York Mets faced a setback during their recent game against the Washington Nationals, losing ace Kodai Senga due to a hamstring injury. The incident occurred as Senga was covering first base, leading to his exit in the sixth inning. Manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed Senga will be placed on the 15-day injured list, while indicating the severity of the injury remains uncertain.

In response to this critical loss, the Mets have activated pitcher Max Kranick from the minors, who had previously shown great promise with a 2.65 ERA earlier in the season. Replacing Senga is not easy, especially considering his injury struggles last year, but Kranick’s past performances give fans hope for a smooth transition.