The New York Mets announced one return ahead of Thursday’s series finale against the St. Louis Cardinals. Josh Smoker has been activated after being on a rehab assignment. Neil Walker will also start a rehab assignment in AAA Las Vegas on Friday. Neil Ramirez was designated for assignment to make room for Smoker on the roster.
Smoker pitched a scoreless inning for Binghamton in what was a resumed game against Akron. He struck out two batters and threw 17 pitches (11 strikes). Smoker also allowed two hits. Earlier this month, he began his rehab assignment with St.