Mets Reinstate A.J. Minter From 60-Day IL, Select Eric Wagaman
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Key Points:
- The Mets have transferred outfielder Luis Robert Jr. to the 60-day injured list due to a lumbar disc herniation, making him ineligible to return until late June; his recovery is not progressing as hoped.
- Left-hander A.J. Minter and infielder/outfielder Jared Young have been reinstated from the injured list, while infielder Eric Wagaman was added to the roster; outfielder Tyrone Taylor was placed on the 10-day IL with a hip flexor strain.
- Minter, who signed a two-year, $22 million deal, has struggled with injuries since joining the Mets but is expected to provide a healthy and effective left-handed relief option alongside Brooks Raley.
- Wagaman has performed well in the minors with a .372/.462/.581 line in 13 games and offers versatility at multiple positions, potentially filling roles vacated by injured players like Morabito and Taylor.
- The Mets are currently 22-32 and 7.5 games out of a playoff spot, with potential trade considerations looming as Minter and Raley approach free agency and the team may look to sell at the deadline.