Sean Manaea recently started for the New York Mets after missing game action since March. His extended absence created the look of a team playing with one hand tied behind its back. His performance upon return fuels hope that the Mets have much more they can offer.

But early on, there was a lot to like for the Mets from Sean Manaea. Similar to his return Sunday against the Royals, he looked like the Manaea of last year. Over four innings, he was mostly dominant, allowing just an Austin Hays opposite-field homer in the fourth.