Category: Transactions
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Mets recall LHP Dario Alvarez, place Lucas Duda on the disabled list
As expected, the Mets recalled LHP Dario Alvarez from Triple-A Las Vegas on Saturday afternoon. To make room for Alvarez on the active roster, the Mets placed Lucas Duda on the 15-day disabled list with a lower back strain. This was a move the Mets had to make, since both Matt Harvey and Logan Verrett are unavailable to pitch. Mets…
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Mets re-acquire Eric Young Jr. from the Braves
The Mets have acquired some speed for the top of their organization in a familiar face. The club has re-acquired Eric Young Jr. from the Braves for cash considerations. Young will report to Triple-A Las Vegas. It will be interesting to see how the Mets utilize Young down the stretch of the season. His trademark is…
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Mets release Cesar Puello
In a somewhat surprising move, the Mets released OF Cesar Puello on Wednesday, the team announced. Puello – who was out of options – had been on the 60-day disabled list all season with a stress fracture in his back. He had recently attended a rehab assignment, but was shutdown after experiencing more discomfort. He…
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Mets recall Logan Verett, place Bobby Parnell on the disabled list
With the Mets bullpen floundering as of late, the Mets are taking a necessary first step towards shoring up their relief corps for the middle innings. On Tuesday, the Mets recalled RHP Logan Verrett from Triple-A Las Vegas. Verrett was impressive in his first stint with the Mets earlier this season, as he allowed only one…
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Mets recall Anthony Recker, option Kevin Plawecki to Triple-A Las Vegas
With Travis d’Arnaud’s playing time increasing, the Mets have decided to ensure Kevin Plawecki continues to get regular playing time. As such, the Mets optioned Plawecki to Triple-A Las Vegas and recalled Anthony Recker to replace him on the roster. Plawecki performed admirably for the Mets during d’Arnaud’s two extended absences, albeit in a premature…