The Mets placed Ramon Castro on the 15 day DL with a right Quad strain and recalled Robinson Cancel. I know Castro is a rare power threat catcher but he just proves every season he can't stay healthy and the Mets should really consider whether they should re-sign him. Cancel hit .233 in 30 ABs as the third catcher, he can also play 1B and LF if necessary for a big man he is actually very quick and agile. Mets fans are dying for a home grown 2B and while Ruben Gotay and A. Reyes aren't exactly true farm hands they are closer then Luis Castillo. A. Reyes has reached Gotay status, getting off to a hot start he has cooled to an even .250 but Mets fans are clamouring for Reyes as if he's hitting .250. I've said before a healthy Castillo brings solid fundamentals and a ton of experience that can only be learned in the trenches. A. Reyes was sent down today to make room for Nelson Figueroa, once Castillo showed he was healthy it was a smart move. After last night's...
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