Senga managed just 3.2 innings in his second start for the Syracuse Mets, allowing six hits, four earned runs, and two walks on 81 pitches (46 strikes). It's a discouraging sign for the 32-year-old as he looks to work his way back into the major league rotation before the end of the season.

The struggling former ace's role on a potential playoff roster was further complicated by a rough outing at Triple-A Syracuse on Thursday.

The New York Mets face an uncertain decision over Kodai Senga's postseason role after the right-hander faltered in a minor league tune-up. Senga, who agreed to a rare option to Triple-A Syracuse earlier this month to reset his mechanics,

The Mets right-hander hurled six innings of one run ball at Triple-A Syracuse on Friday night — an encouraging step as he attempts to return to form. Senga struck out eight, allowed three hits and did not issue a walk against Worcester, the Boston Red Sox’s Triple-A affiliate. He threw 52 of his 74 pitches for strikes.

The right-hander’s request has been granted. And even following his shaky outing for Triple-A Syracuse on Thursday, the Mets haven’t ruled out the possibility of a Senga return this season.

With Kodai Senga continuing to struggle the Mets would like to send him to the minors for a reset but the third-year starter could refuse.

The Mets' ace entering the year made his second start at Triple-A on Thursday night as he tries to work his way back to big-league club.

The Mets exploded for five runs in the first inning and got strong outings from Clay Holmes and Sean Manaea in an 8-3 win over the Padres Holmes (who started) and Manaea (who relieved) are willing to do "whatever it takes to win "