Mon Apr 28 21:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Mets Reinforce Lineup with Return of McNeil, Alvarez Imminent
**New York, NY –** The New York Mets received a significant boost to their lineup Thursday night with the activation of two-time All-Star second baseman Jeff McNeil from the 10-day injured list. McNeil, sidelined since the start of the season with a right oblique strain, impressed in his rehab assignment, hitting .393 with two home runs across eight games in the minors. His return comes as a welcome relief after a disappointing 2023 season where he batted .238.
In a corresponding move, the Mets optioned infielder Brett Baty and catcher Hayden Senger to Triple-A Syracuse. The team also announced that catcher Francisco Alvarez, recovering from a fractured left hand sustained in spring training, is expected to be activated before Friday’s game against the Washington Nationals. Alvarez, a standout rookie in 2022, hit .179 with one home run during his own rehab stint. His return, alongside McNeil’s, is anticipated to significantly strengthen the Mets’ offense.
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