NY Post · Aug 25, 2018
Why Mets haven’t put Devin Mesoraco on DL despite neck sprain
Devin MesoracoThe Mets have three catchers on the roster, but the number might actually be closer to 1 ½.
Devin Mesoraco’s MRI exam on Friday revealed a neck sprain that could preclude him from playing for the next few days, but the Mets declined to place him on the disabled list because of a potential logistical issue: Kevin Plawecki’s wife, Tayler, is due to give birth to the couple’s first child, a boy, on Monday.
Tomas Nido was recalled from Double-A Binghamton to give the Mets an additional catcher, as Plawecki — who started behind the plate in the Mets’ 3-0 with over the Nationals on against the Nationals Friday night — prepared to leave the team at a moment’s notice if necessary.