The New York Mets’ flurry of needed roster moves over the weekend left Sean Gilmartin exposed to waivers. The team announced Sunday that Gilmartin was designated for assignment after being removed from the 40-man roster. The move corresponded to Seth Lugo being activated ahead of his Sunday start against the Braves.
It didn’t take long for a team to jump on Gilmartin. The St. Louis Cardinals claimed the 27-year old southpaw and optioned him to AAA Memphis. Gilmartin had one more short and sweet message for the organization on his way out:
Gilmartin had spent most of the 2017 season with Las Vegas and was used as a starter.