The last time Bartolo Colon suited up for a big-league game in a Mets uniform was in 2016. However, that wasn’t the last time he pitched at Citi Field while donning the Orange and Blue.
Big Sexy appeared at Mets Old Timers’ Day this past August. That event was about celebrating New York’s history and bringing memorable players back to the field for fans to enjoy. Apparently, Colon thought that could’ve been a tryout to sneak his way back onto the 26-man roster.
Here’s what MLB insider Hector Gomez tweeted out earlier on Thursday morning:
Bartolo Colon is ready.