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Mets' End Ruf's Assignment With Team, Spring Training Schedule

Published on March 28 2023 6:05 am
Last Updated on March 28 2023 6:06 am

The New York Mets designated first baseman/outfielder Darin Ruf for assignment on Monday, ending his short tenure with the team.

In a corresponding move, the Mets added right-hander Tommy Hunter to the 26-man roster. The Mets acquired Ruf at the trade deadline last summer from the San Francisco Giants for infielder J.D. Davis, left-hander Thomas Szapuck and two pitching prospects in hopes of a productive right-handed bat.

Instead, he hit .152 with no home runs, seven RBIs and a slugging percentage of .197. This spring, Ruf batted .167 in 11 games, driving in one run.

Red Sox Option Dalbec, Alfaro

The Boston Red Sox optioned infielder Bobby Dalbec and catcher Jorge Alfaro to Triple-A Worcester on Monday.

Yu Chang beat out Dalbec for the final infield spot, and Connor Wong will serve as the primary backup to starting catcher reese McGuire.

Tuesday, March 28 Schedule (All Times Central)

Spring Training

Toronto at Philadelphia, 11:05 a.m.

New York Yankees at Washington, 11:05 p.m.

Atlanta at Boston, 12:05 p.m.

Minnesota at Pittsburgh, 12:05 p.m.

Kansas City at Texas, 1:05 p.m.

Milwaukee at Colorado, 2 p.m.