Mets Promote Veteran Slugger, DFA Recently Added Infielder
Summary
The New York Mets added Christopher Morel to their Major League Baseball team and removed Gabriel Arias from the roster. Morel has recently performed well in the minor leagues and has played multiple positions in his career.Key Facts
- The Mets promoted Christopher Morel before a series against the San Diego Padres.
- To make room, the Mets designated Gabriel Arias for assignment.
- Morel had 16 home runs and 10 stolen bases in his rookie year with the Chicago Cubs in 2022.
- Morel struggled with hitting last season and early this year, playing for Tampa Bay Rays and Miami Marlins.
- After signing a minor league deal with the Mets, Morel hit very well at Triple-A Syracuse with 12 home runs in 31 games.
- Morel has played every position except catcher and focused on first base in 2024.
- Arias was recently claimed from the Cleveland Guardians but played only two games with a low batting performance.
- The Mets have won nine of their last 12 games but remain 11 games behind for a playoff spot.
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