Mets’ Kodai Senga to pitch in first rehab game since inflamed spine injury
Kodai Senga of the New York Mets is set to pitch in his first rehab game after being sidelined with lumbar spine inflammation. He will throw for Single-A St. Lucie, aiming for 50-60 pitches over a maximum of four innings. Senga's performance this season has been challenging, with a 9.00 ERA in five starts prior to his injury.
- ▪Kodai Senga is scheduled to pitch for Single-A St. Lucie as part of his rehab.
- ▪He was placed on the injured list on April 27 due to lumbar spine inflammation.
- ▪Senga has struggled this season, recording a 9.00 ERA in his five starts.
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MLB New York Mets Mets’ Kodai Senga to pitch in first rehab game since inflamed spine injury By Mike Puma Published May 22, 2026, 12:41 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google WASHINGTON — Kodai Senga’s rehab is moving to the game phase. The Mets right-hander is scheduled to pitch Friday for Single-A St. Lucie, his first minor league rehab appearance since the team placed him on the injured list April 27 with lumbar spine inflammation. Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free Senga, according to manager Carlos Mendoza, will throw 50-60 pitches, a maximum of four innings.
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