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**Mets to Give Jonah Tong Another Chance Despite Rough Outing; Senga Stays in Minors**

NEW YORK – Despite a disastrous last start where he failed to record three outs, rookie pitcher Jonah Tong will get another opportunity to prove himself as he starts Thursday’s series finale against the San Diego Padres at Citi Field. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza expressed confidence in the 22-year-old righty, citing his previous success in the minor leagues and the team’s belief in his ability to bounce back from adversity.

“We’re not going to overreact after one inning, one outing,” Mendoza said before Tuesday’s game. “We know the stuff is there and his ability to bounce back. What we’ve seen in the minor leagues and what we’ve seen here, we feel good with him going on Thursday.”

President of Baseball Operations David Stearns echoed Mendoza’s sentiment, noting Tong’s resilience and the support he received from the pitching staff following the difficult outing against the Rangers, where he allowed six runs in two-thirds of an inning.

Tong’s continued presence on the major league roster coincides with Kodai Senga’s extended stay in Triple-A Syracuse. Senga is slated to make a second start for the Syracuse Mets at the end of the week, with a potential return to the majors contingent on his performance.

In other Mets news, Luis Torrens completed a rehab assignment with Syracuse, going 0-for-4 with two strikeouts while catching seven innings. Tyrone Taylor’s return from a hamstring strain has been delayed due to the birth of his child. Tylor Megill is scheduled for another doctor’s visit this week to assess his elbow tightness.

Stearns also praised Mendoza’s leadership, stating, “I think Mendi’s done a very good job. I think he’s been a positive leader, a consistent leader, has done what he can to get our group going, and I think he’s going to continue to do that.”

Prior to Tuesday’s game, the Mets recognized Roberto Clemente Day and Hispanic Heritage Night, with Francisco Lindor’s wife, Katia, performing the national anthem on violin. The team also played a tribute video to Padres infielder Jose Iglesias.

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