Chayce McDermott's Struggle to Strike | New York Mets News

New York Mets News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

Once a top Orioles pitching prospect, Chayce McDermott’s career is in flux after being optioned to Triple-A by the Mets—his third team this year. Acquired from the Dodgers for minor-league catcher Ben Rortvedt, McDermott’s rise was derailed by persistent control issues, especially walks, that plagued him since his days with Baltimore. Despite elite stuff and strong scouting reports, he’s bounced between organizations, each time facing the same hurdle: throwing strikes. With a history of injuries—including Tommy John surgery—McDermott now faces a make-or-break moment. Can he master his command…