Mets part ways with former Tigers infielder who did almost nothing for them
New York is making room for a top prospect.
Mets part ways with former Tigers infielder who did almost nothing for them originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . It was an interesting decision by the New York Mets when they made it.
The Mets signed an infielder for depth last week, but he lasted just three games with the NL East club. Now, they have designated the former Detroit Tigers utility man for assignment. Andy Ibanez went hitless with two RBIs in eight trips to the plate with the Mets.
New York was hoping he could mash left-handed pitching while Francisco Lindor and Ronny Mauricio are sidelined with injuries. "It’s an obviously poor start to the season, though Ibáñez has a longer track record in the big leagues, specifically against left-handed pitching," Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors wrote Tuesday. "He’s a career .
250/. 301/. 383 hitter in 1246 plate appearances as a big leaguer, but has a solid .