Mets designate Vidal Bruján for assignment, add Zack Short to roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 8:45 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The New York Mets designated infielder Vidal Bruján for assignment before their game against the Cincinnati Reds on June 16, 2026. Bruján struggled at the plate with only one hit in 11 at-bats during his time with the team. Zack Short, claimed off waivers from the Detroit Tigers, was added to the major league roster. The Mets also activated Kodai Senga from the injured list, with Jonathan Pintaro being optioned to Triple-A. Senga will make his start tonight after recovering from injury, seeking to improve on a difficult start to the season.
- •Bruján had a.091 batting average over nine games with the Mets.
- •Short collected six hits in 36 at-bats for the Tigers before being designated.
- •Senga has a 9.00 ERA in five starts this season.
- •Pintaro was optioned to Triple-A following his recent relief appearance.
- 8:45 PMYahoo Sports — Mets DFA Vidal Bruján, add Zack Short to major league roster
"The Mets continue to shuffle around their roster as they desperately seek the winning formula.
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