We knew a bullpen move was forthcoming after the Mets traded for Phil Maton yesterday, and now it turns out there are a couple of roster shufflings. In order to add Maton to the active roster, the team has optioned Eric Orze back down to Triple-A Syracuse; meanwhile, Reed Garrett has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation, and lefty Danny Young has been recalled from the minors to take his place.
It is a tough blow for Garrett, albeit not an altogether surprising one. The right-handed pitcher came into the season as a journeyman but proved to be a revelation for the Mets in the early goings.