The Mets bid farewell to Asdrubal Cabrera on Friday, sending him to Philly for intriguing prospect Franklyn Kilome.
The Mets then did what they’ve done a lot this season and lost a game to the Pirates thanks to a walk-off hit by David Freese. Jason Vargas started the game for the Mets, but didn’t last five innings. The Mets lost 5-4.
The Mets signed Austin Jackson to fill a spot in their depleted outfield. They designated Matt den Dekker for assignment in order to make room for Jackson.