Mets bullpen continues to amaze with each passing game

A couple weeks into the MLB season and we’re starting to get a feel for who’s hot, who’s not, and who might be playing possum. Take the New York Mets, for instance. You’d think, based on the headlines swirling around Brett Baty’s ice-cold bat or Edwin Diaz’s inconsistency, that they were floundering somewhere near the bottom of the standings.

But plot twist—they’re 8-4 and tied for first in the NL East.

Bullpen by Committee—and by Firepower

A major reason the Mets are keeping pace with the big boys is their bullpen. Quietly, this crew has been lights out. We’re talking second-best bullpen ERA in the league at 1.70, trailing only the San Diego Padres’ 1.65.

That’s not just good—it’s elite. In fact, they’re two of only 30 MLB bullpens with sub-2.00 ERAs, putting them in a class of their own.

This isn’t a one-man show either. It’s more like an ensemble cast where every actor nails their role. Veterans like Reed Garrett and AJ Minter are anchoring the staff with calm precision, while fireballers like Edwin Diaz (yes, even amid some turbulence) still flash the kind of stuff that gives hitters nightmares.

Then there are the unsung heroes—names you don’t see on billboards but are making a serious impact. Max Kranick and Huascar Brazobán have both been revelations, coming out of nowhere like surprise plot twists that actually improve the movie.

Danny Young, Jose Butto, and Ryne Stanek are also holding things down with ERAs that hover below 2.00. The numbers don’t lie: this bullpen isn’t just surviving, it’s thriving.

Diaz’s Dip: A Blip or a Bigger Deal?

Now, about Diaz—yes, the velocity dip is real, and yes, it’s concerning. But unless we’re talking about a hidden injury, he’s the kind of pitcher who figures things out. He’s had bumps before and come back better. If his health holds, history suggests he’ll adjust and return to form. Until then, the rest of the bullpen is holding it down like seasoned bodyguards.

Rotation Holding Steady

As for the rotation, it’s not exactly grabbing headlines, but that’s not a bad thing. Sometimes, no news is good news. Clay Holmes has the highest ERA in the group at 4.30, which isn’t ideal, but the rest of the rotation sits below 3.00—a sign of consistency if nothing else.

Still, it’s the bullpen that’s stealing the spotlight here. It’s deep, it’s diverse, and it’s doing the heavy lifting early on.

In a sport that often feels like a marathon, the Mets’ bullpen is sprinting out of the gate. Let’s see how long they can keep up the pace.