SAN DIEGO -- Vic Black's low velocity throughout his Minor League rehab stint has the Mets questioning their former setup man's readiness for the big leagues. As a result, Black is shifting his rehab to Triple-A Las Vegas, despite five consecutive scoreless outings at Double-A Binghamton.
Manager Terry Collins said Black has been sitting at 93-94 mph in the Minors, several ticks lower than what he averaged in New York last season. The right-handed reliever has been on the disabled list since Opening Day due to right shoulder tendinitis, which the club originally expected to sideline him only for a week or two.