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Mets Face Cardinals in Season Opener
Kodai Senga looks to bounce back from injury-plagued seasons
Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:48pm
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The New York Mets visit the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night for the season opener. Mets pitcher Kodai Senga, who has struggled with injuries the past two seasons, will take the mound looking to get his 2026 campaign off to a strong start against the Cardinals.
Why it matters
Senga's health and performance will be crucial for the Mets this season as they look to return to the playoffs. The team is hoping the right-hander can regain the form that made him one of their top starters before the injuries.
The details
Senga was 7-3 with a 1.39 ERA in the first half of the 2025 season before a hamstring injury derailed his year. He struggled upon returning, going 0-3 with a 6.56 ERA and was sent to the minors to work on his mechanics. The Mets are counting on a healthy and effective Senga to anchor their rotation in 2026.
- The game is scheduled for 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
The players
Kodai Senga
A right-handed pitcher for the New York Mets who is looking to bounce back from injury-plagued seasons in 2024 and 2025.
Carlos Mendoza
The Mets' pitching coach, who is excited to see a healthy Senga take the mound for the first time this season.
What they’re saying
“Now I have a better understanding when he talks about mechanics, it's all about health. The way he's moving on the mound, his deliver with the way the ball is coming out. There's a lot to watch. I'm excited to watch him today.”
— Carlos Mendoza, Mets Pitching Coach
The takeaway
Senga's health and performance will be a key storyline to watch as the Mets begin their 2026 season. If he can stay healthy and regain his pre-injury form, he could provide a major boost to the Mets' rotation and their playoff aspirations.
