Mets Bullpen Struggles in Early Season

It's March 30th. Welcome to New York Mets News today, AI Power Coverage of Your Squad.

The Mets are cruising toward a 3-0 start in the 2026 season, but their bullpen is already shown cracks in every single game.

They beefed up the relief crew this off-season with studs like Devon Williams and Luke Williams, plus holdovers, Brooks Rally and AJ Mentor.

Even got Tobias Myers in a trade and Hawascar Brasovan back.

Starters are dealing, but those late innings keep turning into headaches. Earlier this weekend against the Pirates, things got real.

Opening day, they blew a big lead in the 9th, but held on. Saturday and extras, shaky arms gave up the Ghost Runner twice, though Lewis Robert Jr. bailed them out.

Sunday, it all unraveled in the 10th, with walks, hits, and a two-run edge for Pittsburgh that the Mets couldn't overcome.

Fans and analysts are buzzing because this echoes last year's pinwows, despite the upgrades. The real issue?

Journey men like Danny Garcia and Sam Love Lady, who've been designated for a Simon multiple times, are eating high-leveraged spots.

A third-base coaching call might have saved Sunday, but the bullpen depth feels thin just three games in.

Now, the fix looks straightforward. Dip into the miners for arms like Austin Warren, Ryan Lambert or Joey Gerber. These guys have options.

Won't cost much, and let you scout real potential instead of recycling fringe talent. It's low-risk churning that builds the roster smarter.

Bottom line, this setup screams out of step with David Stern's sharp style.

Mets brass should snag another reliable arm, quick to steady the ship before these hiccup sink the early vibe.