On Saturday, the New York Mets will continue their series with the Washington Nationals (in Washington, D.C.).
They are coming off a 7-6 loss on Friday.
Jefry Yan pitched 1.2 innings.
He allowed three hits and two earned runs.
New York Mets Announce Jefry Yan News
Ahead of Saturday’s game, the Mets announced an update on Yan.
Anthony DiComo of MLB.com wrote: “Roster move: The Mets optioned Jefry Yan following his appearance yesterday, ending his season. Chayce McDermott up.”
Looking At Yan
Yan is in the middle of his first year at the MLB level.
He went 2-1 with a 4.34 ERA in 17 games.
Last month, Yan turned 30.
Sarah Langs of MLB.com wrote (on August 5): “Jefry Yan threw 5 pitches at 100.0+ mph, topping out at 101.1 mph He’s the first Mets pitcher to throw a 100+ mph pitch this season”
Looking At McDermott
As for McDermott (who was called up), he is in the middle of his first season with the Mets (and third in the MLB).
He is 1-0 with a 5.87 ERA in five games for the Mets (and Los Angeles Dodgers) this year.
Before the Mets and Dodgers, McDermott spent time with the Baltimore Orioles.
Looking At The Mets Right Now
The Mets came into the 2026 season with a high-profile roster.
That said, they have had a very challenging year.
Right now, the Mets are at the bottom of the National League East with a 73-87 record in 160 games.
Jorge Castillo of ESPN wrote (on September 22): “Andy Green has agreed to a three-year deal to remain Mets manager after this season. Green took over as interim manager when Carlos Mendoza was fired in late June. He had insisted he wanted to return to the front office after the season, but he’ll continue in the dugout.”
New York Mets Announce Jefry Yan News During Nationals Series