PITTSBURGH — When injuries depleted the Mets’ lineup last summer, they turned first to the Atlanta Braves in a deal for Kelly Johnson, the versatile utility player. They did it again on Wednesday, obtaining Johnson from the Braves for the Class AA pitcher Akeel Morris.
“It shows the players, ‘Hey, we’re not going to stand pat here,’” Manager Terry Collins said. “I think it’s important guys know that.”