The New York Mets are making a pivotal pitching change for their series finale against the Chicago Cubs this Sunday. Right-hander Tobias Myers will take the ball, stepping in for the originally scheduled starter, David Peterson.

This move comes as Peterson has hit a rough patch following a strong season debut. Over his last three outings, his ERA has ballooned to 8.79, despite underlying metrics like his 3.43 FIP suggesting he's been somewhat unlucky. With no reported injury, the Mets are opting for a fresh arm to close out the Chicago series.

Myers, a 27-year-old acquired from Milwaukee alongside Freddy Peralta this past offseason, brings versatility to the mound. He has served exclusively out of the bullpen for the Mets so far, posting a solid 3.46 ERA across 13 innings. However, his history with the Brewers includes 31 starts, proving he's more than capable of handling a starter's workload. This strategic switch gives the Mets a new look as they aim for a series victory and provides Myers a key opportunity to showcase his skills in the rotation.