Morning Briefing: Mets Acquire José Castillo from Diamondbacks

Good morning, Mets fans!

The Mets have acquired left-handed pitcher José Castillo from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for cash considerations. He has posted an 11.37 ERA across five major league appearances so far this year. In a corresponding move, right-handed pitcher Kevin Herget has been designated for assignment.

Now onto the morning briefing!

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On This Date In Mets History

1983: Darryl Strawberry hits his first major league home run against the Pirates. Strawberry’s 252 home runs with the Mets remain the most in franchise history.

Born On This Date: Jerrod Riggan (1973), Frank Seminara (1967).

 

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