Mets’ conservative nature standing in way of stud pitching prospect trio

The up-and-mostly-down Frankie Montas is going to get another pitching assignment, although it was revealed that the Mets may give him help by having him follow an opener next time. If anyone needs a boost, it’s him.

I can’t blame the Mets for not immediately removing Montas from the rotation. He has “good stuff,” he was undermined Sunday by his defense, and oh yes, he makes $17 million for 2025. (Plus, he has a year to go!)

But if there is such a thing as thin ice in early August, he’s on it. His 6.68 ERA can’t be explained by misplays here or there. What’s more, the Mets have a trio of pitching alternatives, and potentially great ones.

The Mets play things conservatively on trades (more on that below) and promotions. So it’s no surprise they don’t seem in any rush to call upon any of their three promising rotation prospects — Nolan McLean, Brandon Sproat and Jonah Tong — and one person suggested it’s no certainty to happen this year. But it sure is good to know they’re killing it. They may be needed soon.