Kodai Senga gets 1st career save but Mets rookie gives away souvenir ball in comical scene
Summary
Kodai Senga, a pitcher for the New York Mets, earned his first career save in a game against the Atlanta Braves. However, a rookie teammate, Carson Benge, accidentally threw the game ball into the crowd, missing Senga’s chance to keep it as a souvenir.Key Facts
- Kodai Senga closed the ninth inning to help the Mets win 8-5 over the Braves.
- Senga recently changed to a short-relief pitching role in his fourth major league season.
- Rookie Carson Benge threw the final game ball into the crowd by mistake.
- Senga and catcher Francisco Alvarez tried to get the ball back but were unsuccessful.
- Senga struck out two batters and allowed one walk during the ninth inning.
- The Mets’ usual closer Devin Williams was placed on the injured list on the same day.
- Senga signed a $75 million, five-year contract to be a starting pitcher before the 2023 season.
- The Mets have a 6-1 record on a nine-game road trip after trading many bullpen players.
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