This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/mets as David Peterson continues this marvelous trend for the Mets. David Peterson continued to establish himself as the ace of the New York Mets ' rotation after his latest start.

The last Mets starter other than Peterson to work at least six innings was Clay Holmes on June 7 against the Rockies nearly eight weeks ago.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/mets as David Peterson has emerged as the ace for the New York Mets. With another quality start last night against the San Francisco Giants, it is fair to say that David Peterson has solidified himself as the New York Mets ' ace.

David Peterson encountered more traffic than the Bay Bridge in rush hour, but was resourceful enough Saturday night to record outs when the Mets needed them.

David Peterson and Pete Alonso discusses the Mets' 4-3 loss against the Giants. New York Mets; SNY VOD; SNY Sound Up

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