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Designated hitter J.D. Martinez, who missed the New York Mets' three-game sweep of the Boston Red Sox this week, was activated from the paternity list Thursday.
In a corresponding move, the Mets optioned outfielder DJ Stewart to Triple-A Syracuse.
The Mets also claimed outfielder Jose Azocar off waivers from the San Diego Padres and assigned him to Syracuse. Right-hander Sean Reid-Foley (right shoulder impingement) was moved to the 60-day injured list.
In his first season with the Mets, the 37-year-old Martinez is hitting .