Relievers with available options benefiting Mets
The Mets’ use of optionable relievers has created a slew of roster moves for the 51s in the first month of the season.
Starter Corey Oswalt, who the Mets used out of the bullpen this past week, and reliever Jacob just one lefty in their bullpen — Jerry Blevins.
Callahan update
Jamie Callahan was placed on the disabled list April 22 and manager Tony Defrancesco said the reliever had tendinitis in his shoulder.
That flared up as he was doing his throwing program on Saturday, Defrancesco said. He said Callahan felt irritation when he went out to throw from 75 feet.
“He was still feeling something during his throwing program,” Defrancesco said. “We might have to shut him down.”
Defrancesco said testing would be the next phase.
“I’m sure when he gets home, back to Vegas, they’ll look at it,” he said.
Last chance to submit names
The 51s’ “Name the Team Sweepstakes” will conclude Monday.
The team has received thousands of suggestions since opening up the sweepstakes April 16.
On May 4, the team will have a random drawing from the entries and one person will win a $500 shopping spree of team merchandise when Las Vegas Ballpark opens next season.
Upcoming at the park
The 51s return home on Monday for a four-game homestand. They will face Sacramento, one of Defrancesco’s former teams, for the first time this season.
Monday will be Smith’s Value Menu Monday with the 51s offering discounted food. On Tuesday, the 51s will host their annual school day game at 10:35 a.m. The final game of the homestand on Thursday will be Dollar Beer Night.
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