According to Buster Olney, the Cincinnati Reds are keeping a close eye on three Mets infielders: Brett Baty, Luisangel Acuña, and Mark Vientos. NEWS: If the Reds don’t land Eugenio Suarez, they could pivot to one of the Mets' infielders (Brett Baty, Luisangel Acuna, Mark Vientos), etc., per @Buster_ESPN pic.twitter.com/Wm56PYdcbT

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The right-hander had been optioned to the minors by the Mets three times, and cut once, before re-signing with them on Tuesday.

Mets Drop 2nd Straight, Division Lead Down To 0.5 Game

As the New York Mets prepare for their upcoming clash versus the San Diego Padres, the team made two moves involving relief arms.

Paul Blackburn won't be rejoining the Mets just yet. Mendoza revealed that the team has decided to give him one more rehab appearance, Saturday in Syracuse. The right-hander looked good during his most recent outing at the same level.

The Mets fought. With the Padres. With plate umpire Emil Jimenez, repeatedly. And right until their final swing.