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Sunday, September 20, 2026 • 1:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY LHP Cristopher Sánchez (17-6, 2.93) vs. RHP Jonah Tong (2-1, 3.43) WPIX The New York Mets will try to “put it in the books” for the last time at home this season.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / September 15

Tong Tantalizes, Twirls A Gem

The New York Mets dropped the series opener against the Baltimore Orioles Monday night, 2-1. The offense couldn’t get much going with only six hits. The only highlight was a solo shot to right field off the bat of rookie A.J.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / September 14

Mets lose to Orioles despite Tong’s good outing

As you may have heard, Pete Alonso returned with his new team to Citi Field tonight, and the Mets lost to the Orioles 2-1. Although Jonah Tong pitched admirably, the Mets could not capitalize on their six hits and left nine runners on base.

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This Week in Mets Quotes: Jonah Tong feels good, Myers is happy to be back

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New York Mets News / Just Baseball / September 9

A Closer Look at Jonah Tong’s Tumultuous Season

The New York Mets and Marlins faced off in a relatively meaningless Labor Day matchup this week in Miami. Both teams are on the outside looking in for the postseason and will conclude their respective seasons over the next few weeks.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 8

How Jonah Tong's Start vs. Marlins Could Be Launching Pad for Rest of Season

The New York Mets are hoping to finish 2026 strong and would like to see some progress from their younger players as well. One of the most important players to watch down the stretch is righty Jonah Tong, who is back with the Mets after a solid recent run with Triple-A Syracuse.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / September 7

A.J. Ewing, Mets rally past skidding Marlins in Jonah Tong’s return

A.J. Ewing went 3-for-5 with three RBIs and fellow rookie Jonah Tong earned the win in his first major league start of the year as the New York Mets defeated the host Miami Marlins 9-4 on Monday afternoon.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / September 7

Mets capitalize on Marlins defensive miscues to earn Tong the win in his first start

Jonah Tong earned the win in his first big league start of 2026, as the Mets bested the Marlins 9-4 in this series opener at loanDepot Park by taking advantage of some shoddy defensive work by Miami.

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New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / September 7

Mets Demote Player for Jonah Tong's Start Against Marlins

The New York Mets made a roster move Monday to clear room for top pitching prospect Jonah Tong ahead of his start against the Miami Marlins. The Mets recalled Tong from Triple-A Syracuse and optioned right-hander Justin Hagenman to the minors.

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New York Mets News / ESPN / September 6

Mets to call up RHP Tong, option viral reliever Yan

The Mets are calling up 23-year-old righty Jonah Tong to start Monday's game against the Marlins and remain in the team's rotation for the rest of the year.

New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / September 5

Top Pitching Prospect Jonah Tong Set to Get Another Shot With Mets

The New York Mets are giving one of their top prospects a chance to gain more experience in the majors during the final stretch of the team's disappointing 2026 campaign.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 3

Why Jonah Tong's September Performance Could Be Very Telling for Mets

The start of September means the end of the baseball season for the New York Mets, who are playing out the string in a lost year. The games themselves aren't completely meaningless, however, as young players like A.J.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Mets Considering Calling Up Top Prospect Jonah Tong

With rosters across Major League Baseball expanding this month, the New York Mets may be calling up one of their top pitching prospects, Jonah Tong, in the near future.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 25

MLB insider expands on Mets' fire-sale mindset after Peterson trade

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New York Mets News / Field Level Media / June 3

Mets option Jonah Tong to Triple-A Syracuse

The New York Mets optioned Jonah Tong to Triple-A Syracuse and recalled fellow right-hander Joey Gerber from the same club on Wednesday. Gerber can help replenish the bullpen after the Mets used six pitchers in their 3-2 loss in 10 innings to Seattle on Monday and four more in an 8-3 setback to the Mariners on Tuesday.

New York Mets News / HITC / June 1

Why the New York Mets are bringing top prospect Jonah Tong along slowly

Jonah Tong struck out more hitters than anyone in the minor leagues. The Mets just called him up and put him in the bullpen, in low-leverage spots, on purpose.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28

Jonah Tong staying on Mets roster with unique usage plan

The New York Mets are keeping Jonah Tong on the roster, Laura Albanese of Newsday reports. They will reportedly have a unique usage plan for the 22-year-old pitcher.

New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 23

How Mets Top Pitching Prospect Jonah Tong Fared in First MLB Outing of 2026

The New York Mets' top pitching prospect, right-hander Jonah Tong, made his highly anticipated return to the majors on Friday. And in his first appearance on a big league mound in 2026, the hard-throwing righty showcased exactly why so many fans are excited about his potential.

New York Mets News / Bluejaysnation / May 22

Canadian Jonah Tong returns to MLB after being called-up by New York Mets

On Friday afternoon, the New York Mets announced they were calling up Canadian Jonah Tong from Triple-A Syracuse. The Mets’ second-ranked prospect is set to join them for their series opener in south Florida against the Miami Marlins.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / May 21

Mets Face Interesting Jonah Tong Decision This Weekend

The New York Mets may be continuing their youth movement with their best pitching prospect. According to Will Sammon of The Athletic, the Mets are considering calling up No.

New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 3

Jonah Tong's Latest Triple-A Gem Could Set Stage for Return to Mets

The New York Mets haven't lived up to their fan base's lofty expectations so far in 2026. But one of the team's top prospects might be an option to try to help turn things around, at least based on his most recent start in the minors.

New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 8

Mets Pitching Prospect Jonah Tong Bounces Back in Third Triple-A Start of 2026

New York Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong responded to the adversity he faced in his second start of the season by turning in a strong performance in his third Triple-A game of 2026.

New York Mets News / Bluejaysnation / January 29

Jonah Tong won’t participate in WBC with Canada

Canada will be without one of its young starting pitchers for the upcoming World Baseball Classic. On Thursday, Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi reported that New York Mets’ prospect, Jonah Tong, won’t play for Canada when the World Baseball Classic begins in March.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 19

Mets' Jonah Tong, Brandon Sproat address uncertain futures amid Tarik Skubal trade rumors

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