In order to call up Plummer, the Mets optioned pitcher Yoan Lopez. Plummer brings outfield depth in the wake of losing Travis Jankowski to injury. He has slashed .250/.313/.511 across 99 plate appearances in Triple-A so far this season, his first year with the Mets organization after spending the rest of his career as a Cardinals’ farmhand. Plummer brings a … [Read more...] about Mets promote Nick Plummer to main roster
Travis Jankowski
Mets outfielder Travis Jankowski to miss 6-8 weeks following hand surgery
Jankowski will be out for a while after suffering a left 4th metacarpal fracture in Wednesday’s loss to the Giants. The Mets expect him to miss six-to-eight weeks after hurting his left hand while making a diving catch. A screw was inserted into the hand. Signed to a minor league deal by the Mets in the offseason, Jankowski has been an important piece for this year for … [Read more...] about Mets outfielder Travis Jankowski to miss 6-8 weeks following hand surgery
Mets place Starling Marte on bereavement list
New York Mets outfielder Sterling Marte was placed on the bereavement list following the passing of his grandmother. Mets manager Buck Showalter said Tuesday that Marte’s grandmother, Ponga Brigida, died unexpectedly. Marte was raised by his grandmother in the Dominican Republic after his mother died when he was 9. “It was heart-wrenching talking to him yesterday,” … [Read more...] about Mets place Starling Marte on bereavement list
Jankowski providing plenty of spark for the Mets
Travis Jankowski, from Stony Brook University, has been a great addition for the Mets this season. The Mets, at 18-8 on the season, are clicking on all cylinders. A key piece to their puzzle has been a 30-year old MLB veteran and product of Stony Brook University. When Travis Jankowski signed with the Mets in the offseason, it didn't come with all the hoopla like with … [Read more...] about Jankowski providing plenty of spark for the Mets
