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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Nolan McLean, 24-year-old RHP for the New York Mets, has emerged as a dominant rookie pitcher despite limited win support. Through 8 starts this season, McLean has posted a 1-2 record with a 2.78 ERA, 0.90 WHIP, and exceptional 11.3 K/9 strikeout rate. His advanced metrics are even more impressive: 2.32 xERA, 2.39 FIP, 32.6% strikeout rate (95th percentile), and .180 opponent batting average. McLean has allowed 3 earned runs or fewer in every start and has been remarkably consistent. He is the overwhelming favorite to win NL Rookie of the Year with 23 first-place votes. Recent performances include 7 innings with 7 strikeouts vs Tigers (May 14) and 6 innings with 6 strikeouts vs Diamondbacks (May 9). His sweeper is elite with .184 xBA and .220 xSLG against it. McLean has a 6-game streak of at least 6 strikeouts per start, joining elite company with Glasnow and Sale.
Strengths
- + Elite strikeout rate (32.6%, 95th percentile)
- + Exceptional WHIP (0.90) and FIP (2.39)
- + Consistent performance: 3 ER or fewer in all 8 starts
- + Outstanding advanced metrics (2.32 xERA)
- + Elite sweeper with devastating effectiveness
- + 6-game streak of 6+ strikeouts per start
- + Strong fastball-sinker combo (upper 90s)
- + Overwhelming Rookie of the Year favorite (23 first-place votes)
- + Excellent command and ability to work deep into games
- + Demonstrating ace-level potential at age 24
About
Nolan McLean is a sp for the New York Mets.
Player Overview
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New York Mets
Recent News
'Ultra aggressive' Nationals made it tough for Mets starter Nolan McLean to adjust without best stuff
May 19, 2026
Mets' defense implodes, Nolan McLean unable to hold lead in 9-6 loss to Nationals
May 19, 2026
Nolan McLean was tagged for nine runs (six earned) over 5 2/3 innings in a loss to the Nationals on Tuesday.
May 19, 2026