After transitioning from a starter to a reliever, Kodai Senga has become a dominant presence anchoring the Mets in the ninth inning. This video breaks down why Senga’s stuff plays at its absolute peak in short bursts, the power of his ghost fork, the quality of his fastball, and how his move to the bullpen has stabilized New York’s late‑game pitching.
After an inconsistent run as a starter, Senga has completely flipped the script as a reliever — allowing just one hit, posting a 0.00 ERA, and recording three saves. Using data and pitch analysis, we dive into why the Mets should fully commit to Senga as their “ninth‑inning guy.”