Nolan McLean made a successful major league debut, striking out eight hitters over 5⅓ scoreless innings in the Mets' 3-1 victory against the Seattle Mariners. This victory ended the Mets' three-game losing streak and marked only their third win in 17 games. Manager Carlos Mendoza noted that McLean's performance brought an energy that had been lacking recently. At 24 years old, McLean showcased his elite ability to spin the baseball and became the 43rd pitcher the Mets have used this season, setting a franchise record.
McLean delivered what the Mets needed, striking out eight hitters and flashing some clutch leather over 5⅓ scoreless innings in the Mets' 3-1 win at Citi Field.
Thanks to McLean's presence, it was accompanied by an amplified energy that was absent from the ballclub in recent weeks.
McLean, a 24-year-old right-hander noted for his elite ability to spin the baseball, arrived in Queens on Friday to acclimate himself to his surroundings.
He became the 43rd pitcher to take the mound for the Mets this season, a franchise record and just three shy of setting the all-time major league record.
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