The New York Mets ' starting rotation has been a major ongoing issue this season. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is dealing with drama in his pitching staff as his team fights for a playoff spot. Fortunately, Brandon Sproat cruised through the first six innings of his start against the Texas Rangers on Saturday. However, Mendoza pulled him and eventually, Edwin Diaz lost the game.

Sproat has turned heads since arriving in the major leagues less than a week ago. Despite another good start, Mendoza refused to give the rookie starter a longer leash. He turned the game over to his relievers, who have been inconsistent for the past couple of weeks. Tyler Rodgers and Diaz gave up one earned run each, with Diaz giving up the go-ahead run in the ninth inning.

Sproat spoke about his start with

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