Mets’ Zac Thornton ‘feels good’ to prove himself right with early MLB success

New York Mets pitcher Zac Thornton helped his team snap a five-game losing streak with a strong performance against the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. The 24-year-old started the game and pitched six innings, allowing two runs on five hits while striking out four and walking one. The Mets secured a 6-3 victory over their National League East rivals.

Following the win, Thornton expressed satisfaction with his early major league success, noting that it felt good to prove himself right. The young pitcher now holds a 3.40 ERA early in his MLB career. Although the Mets will miss the 2026 playoffs, Thornton's performances offer promise for the team's 2027 rotation.