Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Jonah Tong, 22-year-old right-handed pitcher and No. 2 prospect for the New York Mets, is being considered as a potential call-up to replace Clay Holmes (fractured fibula) in the Mets' rotation. At Triple-A Syracuse, Tong has displayed elite strikeout ability (55 K in 38 innings, leading minor leagues in strikeouts) but has struggled with control and consistency. Over 9 starts, he posted a 5.68 ERA with a 1.37 WHIP, walking multiple batters in every start. Recent performance shows significant volatility, ranging from dominant outings (8 K in 5 innings) to disastrous performances (7 runs in 1.2 innings). Tong is on the 40-man roster and would be on turn for a May 20 start against the Nationals if called up.
Strengths
- + Elite strikeout ability - 55 K in 38 innings (12.9 K/9), leading minor leagues
- + Impressive fastball velocity averaging 95+ mph, reaching 97 mph
- + On 40-man roster giving him edge for call-up
- + Recent adjustments showing promise - 2.57 ERA with 29/11 K/BB ratio over last 4 starts (21 innings)
- + Capable of dominant performances - 8 K in 5 innings with 2 runs allowed
- + Young age (22) with time to develop and improve consistency
- + Expanded repertoire including changeup (26.6%) and new cutter
About
Jonah Tong is a sp for the New York Mets.
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Recent News
Yankees prospects: Jonah Tong no match for Waldo, Scranton offense
May 18, 2026
Mets placed RHP Clay Holmes on the 15-day injured list with a right fibular fracture.
May 16, 2026
Yankees prospects: Jonah Tong no match for Waldo, Scranton offense
May 15, 2026
Jonah Tong allowed seven runs (six earned) on five hits in 1 2/3 innings for Triple-A Syracuse on Thursday.
May 15, 2026
Mets' Jonah Tong continues rough start to Triple-A season with disastrous outing
May 14, 2026