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Mets Designate Pitcher Luis García, Recall Joey Gerber

4/13/2026

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Luis García, the New York Mets pitcher, was designated for assignment before facing the Oakland Athletics.
The move followed García's Saturday outing in a loss, when he filled in for Luke Weaver.
Manager Carlos Mendoza said the bullpen needed a boost, recalling right-hander Joey Gerber from Triple-A Syracuse.
Joey Gerber, who last played in the majors with the Rays, has struggled in the minors this season.

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Luis García, the New York Mets pitcher, was designated for assignment before facing the Oakland Athletics.
The move followed García's Saturday outing in a loss, when he filled in for Luke Weaver.
Manager Carlos Mendoza said the bullpen needed a boost, recalling right-hander Joey Gerber from Triple-A Syracuse.
Joey Gerber, who last played in the majors with the Rays, has struggled in the minors this season.