The Mets’ second wave of starters last season was a strength, and their reinforcements entering this season remain the same.
David Peterson and Tylor Megill have been stretching out as starting depth rather than anticipating they would be used in the bullpen.he still feels soreness but the injury is not seriousHe threw a side session Tuesday and will be skipped Thursday — with Venezuelan Jose Butto expected to start in an exhibition game against Team Venezuela — but should not be sidelined long.
Peterson, a lefty, could make the most sense as a fill-in, though Showalter said handedness would not be a consideration because he wants “the best pitcher available.”
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