The Mets will hope that the allure of New York City continues to entice. But in luring their next batch of arms, their pitching-development system may be emerging as a more significant factor.

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Sengaremains intent on pitching again before the regular season concludes on Sept. 29. Senga told reporters on Wednesday (including FOX's Deesha Thosar) that he won't return until he feels 100% given how important each game is to the Mets' playoff chances.

NEW YORK — Reinforcements are on the way for the Mets ’ starting rotation. After a successful rehab start with Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday, where he allowed one run in 6 2/3 innings, Paul Blackburn is expected to be activated off the injured list and start Monday against the Blue Jays.

The Mets completed a sweep of Washington and now face the jagged teeth of their schedule, a 10-game stretch that will bury or buoy their playoff dreams.

The 30-year-old righty played catch on Wednesday and is hoping to return next week after getting 10 platelet-rich plasma injections. Blackburn first landed on the 15-day IL after taking a come backer to the pitching hand in a start against the San Diego Padres on August 23,