The New York Mets, led by stars Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, and Francisco Lindor, have surprised many with a league-best 2.87 team ERA despite missing pitcher Sean Manaea due to a strained right oblique. An update revealed that Manaea has begun throwing and anticipates facing hitters before starting a minor league rehab assignment in early June. The Mets’ rotation has performed well in his absence, particularly ace Kodai Senga, while Manaea’s past performance includes a 12-6 record with a 3.47 ERA last season.