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Team USA will start 24-year-old Nolan McLean, a rookie with eight MLB starts, in the World Baseball Classic final against Venezuela after coach Matt Holliday vouched for him and Mark DeRosa trusted his poise and stuff; with MLB schedules and team commitments complicating access to veteran arms, USA pursued other top pitchers but ultimately turned to McLean for a high‑pressure moment on the WBC's final night.
Mets pitcher Nolan McLean didn’t join Team USA workouts due to illness, delaying his World Baseball Classic debut; he stayed in Port St. Lucie as a patchwork US staff was used for an exhibition against the Rockies, with the Mets hoping he’s well enough to start Wednesday.
Nolan McLean has become a key player for the Mets, delivering impressive performances including three strong starts that have significantly contributed to the team's recent success in the playoff hunt, notably helping them sweep the Phillies with an eight-inning shutout.
The article reviews the performances of various starting pitchers from Saturday's fantasy baseball games, highlighting Nolan McLean's impressive MLB debut with the Mets and providing detailed analysis of other pitchers' outings, emphasizing their strengths, weaknesses, and potential fantasy value.
Nolan McLean's impressive MLB debut for the Mets showcased his pitching skills, athleticism, and composure, leaving fans and team hopeful for more after a strong performance at Citi Field.
Nolan McLean made a strong major league debut by pitching 5 1/3 scoreless innings, leading the Mets to a 3-1 victory over the Mariners, their third win in 17 games, with key contributions from Francisco Lindor, Pete Alonso, and Edwin Díaz.
The Mets are struggling after a poor run since mid-June, with their recent losses highlighting issues in their rotation, bullpen, and overall team performance. Nolan McLean's debut comes at a critical time as the team faces internal challenges and questions about their future direction.
Nolan McLean, a promising pitching prospect for the Mets, has shifted focus from hitting to pitching, earning the nickname 'Cowboy Ohtani' as he develops into a key player for the team amid their struggles.
The Mets are promoting top pitching prospect Nolan McLean to make his MLB debut this Saturday, ensuring he retains rookie status for potential future draft picks and awards, as he has shown impressive performance in the minors this season.
The Mets aim to retain their top prospects Nolan McLean, Jonah Tong, and Jett Williams during the trade deadline, while considering a potential call-up for Francisco Alvarez. They are also interested in Twins reliever Danny Coulombe, which could interest other teams like the Yankees.
The New York Mets focused on college pitchers during Day 2 of the MLB Draft, selecting four out of five picks from the college ranks. This trend follows their previous emphasis on position players in recent drafts. Of particular interest is two-way player Nolan McLean, whom the Mets plan to utilize both as a pitcher and outfielder. The team's approach is to select the best available players, and this year's abundance of quality college pitching allowed them to take advantage of the opportunity.