The 2025 New York Mets season has been a tale of two halves, and their pitching staff has been a major reason for the dramatic shift in their fortunes. After entering the All-Star break as one of the best pitching staffs in the league, the Mets' bullpen and rotation struggled mightily in the second half, with the team’s collective ERA ballooning and their run prevention taking a significant hit. This downturn directly contributed to the team's struggles and their eventual playoff exit.
While injuries and fatigue played a role, a closer look at Statcast data reveals that for several key pitchers, the issue isn't a lack of talent but rather an inefficient pitch mix or a decline in the effectiveness of a key offering.