Mets LHP Jon Niese will have meniscus surgery on his left knee on Thursday, the Mets announced. R
Rookie Robert Gsellman will take his next turn in the rotation this Sunday, manager Terry Collins said.
Niese was placed on the 15-day disabled list after he left Tuesday's start against the Cardinals after four batters.
Gsellman threw 3 2/3 scoreless innings of relief after Niese left the game
The Mets called up RHP Erik Goeddel to take Niese's spot on the 25-man roster.
Niese said he has experienced pain in his knee since June, including his prior start in Arizona.