The Mets have called outfielder Kirk Nieuwenhuis up from Triple-A Las Vegas, the team announced on Monday.
In order to make room for Nieuwenhuis on the roster, the Mets optioned outfielder Darrell Ceciliani to Las Vegas.
Nieuwenhuis, who was designated for assignment earlier this season by the Mets, was picked up by the Angels before they designated him for assignment and the Mets claimed him off waivers.
In 37 games (64 plate appearances) with the Mets and Angels this season, Nieuwenhuis is hitting .100/.156/.167 with no home runs and three RBI.