Nolan McLean brings missing energy to Mets in excellent MLB debut
Rookie Nolan McLean delivered exactly what the Mets needed in his MLB debut, striking out eight batters and pitching brilliantly in a 3-1 victory.
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The New York Mets achieved a crucial 3-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners, with rookie pitcher Nolan McLean making an outstanding major league debut. The 24-year-old McLean, who is the Mets' third-best prospect, pitched 5⅓ scoreless innings and struck out eight batters.
He demonstrated both his pitching ability and athleticism by making a spectacular behind-the-back stop on a bases-loaded comeback, which he turned into a double play. McLean used various pitches including a cutter, curveball, sinker, and changeup effectively. Manager Carlos Mendoza removed him after 91 pitches, which disappointed the home crowd.
This victory was particularly important because the Mets had been struggling badly, winning only three of their previous 17 games. The win brought new energy to the team, and McLean described his debut as 'surreal' while being grateful his family could attend.
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