Mets option Jonah Tong to Triple-A, recall Joey Gerber to bullpen

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Mets option Jonah Tong to Triple-A, recall Joey Gerber to bullpen
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The New York Mets have optioned right-hander Jonah Tong to Triple-A Syracuse and recalled righty Joey Gerber from the same affiliate. This move comes ahead of their series finale against the Seattle Mariners. Tong struggled during his recent outing, allowing four runs over 3 1/3 innings in an 8-3 loss on Tuesday. Gerber, providing a fresh arm, previously made an appearance this season without allowing runs in two innings. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized the need for Tong to develop consistency in his performance as he returns to the minors.

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  • Mets option Jonah Tong to Triple-A Syracuse
  • Joey Gerber recalled to the MLB roster
  • Tong pitched 3 1/3 innings, allowed four runs
  • Gerber did not allow runs in his previous appearance
  • Mets have played 12 extra-inning games this season
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The New York Mets optioned right-hander Jonah Tong to Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday before their series finale against the Seattle Mariners. Righty Joey Gerber was recalled from Syracuse in a corresponding move. Tong, the No. 35 prospect in MLB Pipeline’s rankings and second in the Mets organization, pitched 3 1/3 innings in Tuesday’s 8-3 loss, allowing four runs on five hits while striking out four and walking two.

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The Mets optioned righty Jonah Tong to Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday before their series finale against the Mariners.

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