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David Stearns says it's 'necessary' for Mets to add to rotation, discusses possible pursuit of ace

Following the conclusion of the 2026 campaign, executive David Stearns stated that the New York Mets must upgrade their starting pitching for the upcoming year. Stearns indicated an openness to securing a top-tier arm while continuing to foster internal talent from the minor leagues.

Young pitcher Nolan McLean served as a reliable anchor during his initial full year, posting a 3.16 ERA across 31 starts without missing a single turn. Other emerging arms such as Zac Thornton, Jonah Tong, and Christian Scott also saw significant major league action, while veteran Sean Manaea experienced a velocity dip and a transition between the bullpen and rotation before finishing with a 4.78 ERA.

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