Shane Sdao brings Friday-night stuff, but health and command are the swing factors
In the 2026 season, Texas A&M lefty Shane Sdao showed big-time upside with a team-best 83 strikeouts in 71.2 innings and a 4-4 record, earning preseason Third Team All-American buzz before the Mets drafted him 120th overall. His fastball-heavy profile and starter’s workload suggest real pro appeal, but the caution tape is obvious: he missed the 2025 season after Tommy John recovery and his 2026 ERA settled at 7.03, so consistency and durability remain the make-or-break traits.
