WASHINGTON — The Mets will have a familiar face returning from the minor leagues to pitch Wednesday night in Miami.
In need of a starter and not wanting to disrupt the team’s bullpen dynamic that includes Seth Lugo and Robert Gsellman, manager Mickey Callaway will give Zack Wheeler another shot, even if for just one start, against the lowly Marlins.
The 27-year-old Wheeler was strong in his start for Triple-A Las Vegas on Friday, when he allowed one earned run on three hits over five innings. It was Wheeler’s first appearance since his demotion to the minors in spring training.