Tobias Myers will be part of the New York Mets’ Opening Day roster as the team navigates his role within their pitching staff, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. Although his exact position—whether starting or relieving—remains uncertain, Myers is expected to be in Queens when the season begins.
Plans for Myers Depend on Rotation Health and Needs
The Mets’ assistant pitching coach Carlos Mendoza confirmed that Myers will be on the roster regardless of whether the starting rotation is full.
“If the rotation is full because everyone is healthy, Myers will go to the bullpen. The Mets won’t send him to the minors simply to keep him stretched out,”
DiComo relayed on social media.
Trade Details and Myers’ Path to Queens
At 27 years old, Tobias Myers joined the Mets from the Milwaukee Brewers in a trade that included star pitcher Freddy Peralta. New York parted with promising prospects Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat to acquire both pitchers, with Peralta being the more high-profile acquisition. Despite that, Myers remains poised to contribute meaningfully to the Mets.
Myers’ Performance History and Role Flexibility
Myers has pitched in two MLB seasons, accumulating 49 appearances with 31 starts. Across 188.2 innings, he owns a 10-8 record, a 3.15 ERA, and a 3.92 FIP. During the 2024 season, he made most of his starts for the Mets, while in 2025, an early injury limited him to just six starts. His experience as both a starter and reliever gives the Mets flexibility depending on their needs.
Rotation Construction and Future Outlook
The Mets expect Freddy Peralta to anchor their pitching rotation, supported by Nolan McLean, David Peterson, Clay Holmes, Sean Manaea, and Kodai Senga. These pitchers will follow behind Peralta, who led the National League in wins in 2025. Myers’ place on Opening Day signals that the Mets value his potential contribution, whether from the bullpen or starting rotation, as they aim to build a deep and adaptable staff for the season ahead.
Tobias Myers will be on the Mets' Opening Day roster one way or the other, Carlos Mendoza said today. If the rotation is full because everyone is healthy, Myers will to go to the bullpen. The Mets won't send him to the minors simply to keep him stretched out.
— Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) February 18, 2026
