Kodai Senga remains in the mix. The Mets right-hander could be an option for a potential NLDS Game 5 against the Phillies following his surprise start in Game 1, manager Carlos Mendoza said Monday. “As for right now,

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza gave a huge update on if Kodai Senga could return in Game 5 of their series against the Phillies.

After throwing 31 mostly effective pitches in a return from a calf strain in July and triceps soreness that popped up on Sept. 21, Senga has emerged as an enticing possibility for the Mets. They used Senga as a two-frame opener to get the ball to David Peterson, Reed Garrett, Phil Maton and Ryne Stanek to finish off a well-pitched victory.