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New York Mets Make Massive Roster Changes, Including Trade With Yankees
The New York Mets had a busy Friday morning.
ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported a variety of moves the Mets were making as they overhauled their MLB roster.
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First, it was reported that the team was sending down right-handed pitcher Christian Scott and third baseman Brett Baty to Triple-A. Additionally, the team was designating catcher Omar Narváez for assignment.
Veteran shortstop Jose Iglesias is being called up to replace Baty. The Mets are also acquiring catcher Luis Torrens in a trade with the New York Yankees.
Let’s start at the top with Scott and Baty.
Scott, 24, has been a lone bright spot in the Mets’ rotation this season. The former fifth-round pick in 2021 has made five starts, and has a 3.90 ERA with 25 strikeouts to just six walks. He’ll now look to continue that success in Triple-A.
As for Baty, the 24-year-old has struggled at the MLB level throughout his brief career. The team’s No. 2 prospect last season was slashing .225/.304/.325 this year with four home runs and 16 RBIs. Last year, he appeared in 108 games at the MLB level, and slashed .212/.275/.323 with nine home runs and 34 RBIs.
