Kodai Senga was sharp in his first start in the minors.

The Mets right-hander hurled six innings of one run ball at Triple-A Syracuse on Friday night — an encouraging step as he attempts to return to form.

Senga struck out eight, allowed three hits and did not issue a walk against Worcester, the Boston Red Sox’s Triple-A affiliate.

He threw 52 of his 74 pitches for strikes.

Worcester’s lineup included Kristian Campbell and Jhostynxon Garcia, two of Boston’s top prospects who have both spent time in the majors this season.

The strong outing came a week after the Mets optioned Senga to Triple-A Syracuse , hoping he could work through his extended struggles without the pressures of a playoff race or facing big-league batters.

Senga threw two bullpen sessions ahead of Friday’s start

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