NY Mets shake up roster with bold moves amid losing streak ahead of Braves showdown

The New York Mets are in the midst of a challenging regular season, currently enduring a three-game losing streak. As they prepare for a crucial matchup against the Atlanta Braves, the Mets are keen to reverse their fortunes. In response to recent struggles, the team has executed bold roster changes.

Historically, the Mets have faced difficulties in the regular season. Recently, before a victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, the team dropped eight of their last nine games. This rough patch has sparked significant discourse among the fan base on social media, and head coach Carlos Mendoza has publicly addressed the team’s struggles.

Despite various adjustments in recent games and Juan Soto’s stellar performance this season, the results have fallen short of expectations. The recent roster changes before facing the Braves have generated considerable buzz among fans online.

The Mets announced on their social media: “We have made the following roster moves: RHP Jonathan Pintaro has been selected to the major league roster and will be active tonight; LHP Brandon Waddell has been recalled from Triple-A Syracuse; LHP Jose Castillo and LHP Richard Lovelady have been designated for assignment.”

What to expect from Pintaro in the Mets’ roster

At 27, RHP Pintaro is poised to make his season debut after the Mets explored various options in recent games. Pintaro’s journey to the majors is unique; undrafted from Division II Shorter University in 2022, he played in the independent leagues before the Mets signed him in June 2024. Now, less than a year later, he’s set for his MLB debut.

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Fans should look for the following from Pintaro as he takes the field for the Mets tonight:

• Bullpen depth: Pintaro is expected to offer much-needed relief depth, likely assuming a long reliever role. His ability to pitch multiple innings—3-5 in his minor league starts—will be crucial for helping the Mets’ primary relievers rest.
• Performance and potential: In Double-A Binghamton this season (2025), Pintaro posted a 3.40 ERA with 57 strikeouts over 42.1 innings, showcasing an impressive strikeout rate.
• Key arsenal: Scouts highlight his 89-92 mph cutter as his signature pitch, effective against both left-handed and right-handed hitters.

HC Mendoza’s first comments on Pintaro’s addition

Ahead of the Braves game, head coach Carlos Mendoza shared insights on Pintaro’s roster inclusion. He emphasized the potential impact Pintaro might have on the team in this pivotal game.

“This is an organizational win, a testament to his remarkable story,” Mendoza told the media. “We’re speaking about a kid who was pitching in independent ball last year. It’s a significant victory for our scouting department, identifying top talent and integrating him into our system.“