The Mets needed to create room on their roster for the returning Noah Syndergaard, and they’ve sent an outfielder packing.
Carlos Gomez was designated for assignment Sunday, the team announced. The Mets signed the 33-year-old outfielder to a minor-league deal back in March.
Gomez was called up in mid-May and in 34 games with the Mets slashed .198/.278/.337 with three home runs and 10 RBI. With Michael Conforto playing more center field as of late, the Mets appear to have deemed Gomez expendable.
Syndergaard was activated for Sunday night’s start against the Braves after missing a couple of weeks with a hamstring strain.