The Mets' bullpen was gashed for seven runs, including three home runs, as they stumbled into the second half with an 8-4 loss to the Reds on Friday.

Sean Manaea, who entered Sunday's game in relief, struck out seven Royals, including five straight at one point.

Kodai Senga is expected to return from the injured list on Friday to face the Royals, according to manager Carlos Mendoza, with Sean Manaea two days behind him.

Cincinnati Reds outfielder TJ Friedl tied a major league record Friday night when he was hit by a pitch three times — by three different New York Mets hurlers.

The New York Mets DFA’d Rico Garcia before the All-Star Break with a 0.00 ERA in 2 appearances. His lack of minor league options made it difficult to keep him a

Right-hander Mets’ Kodai Senga was activated off the injured list Friday afternoon for the series opener against the Kansas City Royals.

Sean Manaea strikes out TJ Friedl, Matt McLain and Elly De La Cruz in order to retire the side in the top of the 1st during his first start of the season

As the Mets kick off the second half of their season, they enter a series with the Reds at 7:10 p.m. Friday at Citi Field.