New York Mets Designate Craig Kimbrel for Assignment, Recall Canadian Pitcher Jonah Tong
The New York Mets have designated veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment, marking the end of his brief tenure with the team. Kimbrel, 37, appeared in 14 games for the Mets this season, allowing 10 runs over 15 innings. His performance included a two-run home run surrendered to Jacob Young in a 8-4 loss to the Washington Nationals on Wednesday, a game in which he pitched the final two innings.
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledged the difficulty of the decision, stating, “It was extremely difficult. He understood. He was very professional, but it wasn’t easy for me when we talked to him last night.” Kimbrel currently holds a 6.00 ERA in 14 appearances, a stark contrast to his 440 career saves, which rank fifth all-time in Major League Baseball history.
Recall of Canadian Pitcher Jonah Tong
In a corresponding move, the Mets recalled right-handed pitcher Jonah Tong from their Triple-A affiliate, Syracuse. The 26-year-old from Markham, Ontario, made his MLB debut in August 2025 and started five games for the Mets late last season. Tong posted a 7.71 ERA in 18.2 innings,
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