NY Mets pay tribute to Jacob deGrom before he returns to Citi Field mound
As Jacob deGrom made his first start back at Citi Field since leaving the Mets, the club played a video tribute on Sept. 12, 2025.
NEW YORK — Jonah Tong will have an opportunity to showcase his resolve on Thursday afternoon.
In his third career start last time around, the 22-year-old only lasted ⅔ inning while surrendering six earned runs against the Rangers.
Now, Tong will be looking to bounce back in the Mets’ series finale against the Padres at 1:10 p.m. Thursday at Citi Field.
The Mets enter the afternoon with a 1.5-game lead over the Diamondbacks for the final NL Wild Card spot. The Reds and Giants trail by two games.
Randy Vasquez will make Thursday’s start for the Padres. The 26-year-old righty is 5-6 with a 3.72 ERA and 1.35 WHIP in 25 appearances.
As the Mets and Padres complete their series, here are the lineups for both sides:
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