Mets' Blade Tidwell makes major league debut Sunday vs. Cardinals

The New York Mets are calling up pitching prospect Blade Tidwell to make his major league debut as the starter against the St. Louis Cardinals, a move designed to give the rotation a break during a stretch of 13 consecutive games. Manager Carlos Mendoza noted Tidwell, a 2022 second-round draft pick, has shown promise with his electric pitching and recent strong performances, despite mixed results and a 5.00 ERA over six starts at Triple-A Syracuse. The Mets' starting rotation has been a significant strength, leading the majors in ERA and strikeouts while setting a National League record for consecutive starts allowing four runs or fewer to begin a season. Tidwell, 23, is known for his diverse pitch repertoire and high strikeout rate, though he sometimes struggles with command and allowing hits. The Mets have used bullpen games recently, but Tidwell’s start will help maintain pitching routines. In a corresponding move, right-hander Austin Warren was recalled from Syracuse while Ty Adcock was optioned back.