The New York Mets roster shuffle continued prior to Wednesday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The team announced before the game on Twitter that right-hander Chris Mazza would be called up. Walker Lockett, on the other hand, would be demoted. Southpaw Ryan O’Rouke was designated for assignment to open up a 40-man roster spot for Mazza.
We have selected the contract of RHP Chris Mazza and optioned Walker Lockett to Triple-A Syracuse. In addition, we have designated LHP Ryan O’Rourke for assignment. #Mets pic.twitter.com/N4SECLZO7x
— New York Mets (@Mets) June 26, 2019
The 29-year-old will be asked to join a bullpen that has struggled this year.