Mets Send Down Kevin Plawecki And Recall Anthony Recker

The Mets announced after the game last night that they have sent down catcher Kevin Plawecki to Triple A in Las Vegas and recalled catcher Anthony Recker. Plawecki was hitting only .228 with 2 homers and 17 RBI's with 8 doubles and an on-base percentage of .283. In Triple A, Recker was hitting .257 with 8 homers and 21 RBIs. This move will allow Plawecki the opportunity to play every day for the remainder of the minor league season. He will be back with the Mets on September 1st when the roster expands and the minor league season ends.