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Mets Promote Lefty Thornton, Debut Wednesday, Option Duarte

5/21/2026

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The New York Mets promoted left-handed pitcher Thornton from Triple-A Syracuse to the roster for his debut on Wednesday in Washington.
The Mets optioned reliever Daniel Duarte to the minors to free a roster spot for Thornton.
Thornton posted a 3.55 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and a 33:10 strikeout-to-walk ratio over 33 innings in six starts while Kodai Senga is trending toward a return within two weeks.

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The New York Mets promoted left-handed pitcher Thornton from Triple-A Syracuse to the roster for his debut on Wednesday in Washington.
The Mets optioned reliever Daniel Duarte to the minors to free a roster spot for Thornton.
Thornton posted a 3.55 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and a 33:10 strikeout-to-walk ratio over 33 innings in six starts while Kodai Senga is trending toward a return within two weeks.