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Jonah Tong Prioritizes Spring Training Over World Baseball Classic

1/30/2026

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Jonah Tong (New York Mets pitcher) will skip the 2026 World Baseball Classic to focus on spring training beginning February 11, 2026.
Tong endured a debut season with a 7.71 ERA in five starts.
In 2025, Tong posted a 1.43 ERA and 179 strikeouts in 20 Double-A starts.
The Mets acquired Freddy Peralta to strengthen the rotation, increasing competition as Tong pursues a permanent spot.

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Jonah Tong (New York Mets pitcher) will skip the 2026 World Baseball Classic to focus on spring training beginning February 11, 2026.
Tong endured a debut season with a 7.71 ERA in five starts.
In 2025, Tong posted a 1.43 ERA and 179 strikeouts in 20 Double-A starts.
The Mets acquired Freddy Peralta to strengthen the rotation, increasing competition as Tong pursues a permanent spot.