Mets pitcher Kodai Senga wants to stay in 2026, but the team is still considering trading him despite his preference and a $28M contract.

Mets pitcher Kodai Senga has told the team he wants to stay in New York for 2026, but the Mets are still considering trading him despite his preference. Senga, 33, has a $28 million contract through 2026 with a club option for 2028, making him a valuable, affordable starter. He posted a 3.02 ERA in 22 starts during the 2025 season, but injury issues—including shoulder, calf, and hamstring problems—limited his availability and led to a 5.90 ERA in nine post-return starts before being sent to Triple-A. His 10-team no-trade clause complicates potential deals, though the Mets remain open to trades as part of a roster rebuild. They may still pursue other rotation help, including prospects and veterans.