Ever since signing for the New York Mets, Kodai Senga has been grabbing headlines for his sensational outings from the mound. But during a recent game against the American League leaders, Tampa Bay Rays, Senga had a special moment when his family celebrated a memorable game.

Notably, the Japanese pitcher is still in his first season in the MLB and had a great game against the Rays. Not only Senga’s family but baseball fans also celebrated Senga’s big day in Citi Field.

Kodai Senga set a record as his family watched him from the stands

Kodai Senga had the best game of the season and his MLB career. The 30-year-old claimed 12 strikeouts while giving just a run in six innings. He also set up the record for the Mets after claiming the most strikeouts in a single game as a Japanese-origin player. SNY shared a clip of his family celebrations during his pitching. The caption read, “@kodaisenga gets his first K of the night and his family loves it!”

Senga has played eight games this season and holds a win-loss record of 4-2. He has an ERA of 3.77 and has claimed 55 knockouts at a WHIP of 1.44 during this period. He has been exceptional for the team this season. Meanwhile, the Mets, putting the last-game controversies aside, played well in the second game of the series. With this win, they have leveled the series 1-1.

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The game progressed slowly but saw a fiery end. Although the Rays took the lead in the fourth inning, the Buck Showalter-led team fought back. It was an even affair thereafter, as both teams claimed subsequent innings. Though it was in the tenth innings, the Mets overpowered the Rays for a resounding win against their home fans. The game ended with a score of 8-7 for the Mets, different players contributed to the score. Senga was the best player for the Rays on the ground and deserves all the praise.

Fans are in all praise for the Right-hand pitcher!

Fans want their players and teams to do well, and they were happy with Senga too. While equating his performance with his family’s presence, many fans want them in every game. Here are a few of those reactions.

It was a game that Senga would remember forever. Though with the season in progress, he would like to add more to his performances to give his best for the team. What future holds for the player? Only time will tell!

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