Francisco Alvarez Recalled to Mets After Dominant Triple-A Performance and Defensive Improvements

Catcher Francisco Alvarez is set to rejoin the New York Mets from Triple-A Syracuse after being optioned on June 21 following a slow start to the season, compounded by previous wrist and hand injuries. During his 19-game stint in Triple-A, Alvarez significantly improved, batting .299 with 11 home runs—including his third in three days and seventh in 19 at-bats—and 24 RBIs, posting a remarkable 1.233 OPS (.397 OBP, .836 slugging) with improved discipline. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza received positive reports on the 23-year-old's work ethic and positive attitude, noting rave reviews for his defense and framing from coaches and pitchers in Syracuse.