Mets recalling Francisco Alvarez after homer barrage in minors

Mets recalling Francisco Alvarez after homer barrage in minors


The laser show that Francisco Alvarez has been putting on with Triple-A Syracuse is ending.

He now will head to The Show.

The Mets are recalling their young catcher, a source said Sunday, after he laid waste to minor league pitching for nearly a month.


Francisco Alvarez singles during the Mets’ May 26 game against the White Sox. Robert Sabo for the NY Post

Alvarez, who was optioned amid offensive and defensive struggles on June 22, reported to Syracuse and made adjustments on both sides of the ball that he hopes will translate to the majors.

In 19 games with Syracuse, Alvarez demolished 11 home runs — including another one Sunday, a game in which he was pinch-hit for in the ninth inning.


New York Mets player Francisco Alvarez hits a single.
Francisco Alvarez connects on a hit during the Mets’ May 11 game against the Cubs. Corey Sipkin for the NY Post

The powerful 23-year-old had hit just three home runs in 35 major league games this season.

Alvarez is expected to rejoin the Mets on Monday and likely will share time with Luis Torrens.



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