New York Mets starting rotation options behind the main five

Seth Lugo

Arguably the Mets’ most consistent relief pitcher over the past few seasons, Seth Lugo could also be a great option to replace a turn in the starting rotation should a need arise.

Lugo was originally brought up to the Mets roster back in 2016 to fill in the rotation, and despite predominantly being used as a reliever, he has made 31 career starts over his 4 years at the major league level.

Over his 4 year career, Seth has appeared in 151 games and recorded a 3.27 ERA, and last season, was entrusted to close out games for the Mets late in the year following struggles by Edwin Diaz.

Lugo has often stated that his preference is to be a Starting Pitcher, and given the chance, he could flourish in that role as he as coming out of the bullpen for New York.

However, the thing that could stand in the way of this is the fact the Lugo has been the anchor of the bullpen for the past few seasons, and the Mets may not want to lose the ability to play their best reliever late in games.

While this certainly shouldn’t stop Lugo from being considered to replace a starter, the Mets have opted to keep him in the pen in the past in favor of another starting pitcher, and if being placed in that situation, they may once again do the same.