Sep 11, 2020; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (19) pitches during the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
The New York Mets need several starting rotation upgrades. Japanese pitcher Masahiro Tanaka offers stability and dependability, which makes him an appealing target for the Mets.
The worst kept secret in Major League Baseball right now is that the New York Mets starting rotation is in desperate need of help. Their putrid performance in 2020 is a dolorous and disheartening tale replete with misfortune and underperformance.