Clay Holmes makes rehab start for Single-A St. Lucie
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Key Points:
- Michael Wacha Holmes threw 59 pitches in his second rehab start for Single-A St. Lucie, preparing to increase to around 75 pitches in five days, signaling readiness for a major league return.
- Holmes, who can opt out of his $12 million contract after the season, is expected to be traded before the August 3 Trade Deadline, with his rehab outings serving as showcases for potential suitors.
- The Mets have not announced Holmes' next steps but expect him to be ready for a major league start around August 2, just before the Trade Deadline, leaving open whether they will use that start as another showcase or prioritize his health.
- Holmes expressed confidence in his ability to compete at the major league level and gratitude for his time with the Mets, emphasizing his desire to leave the organization in a better place regardless of his future.
