NEW YORK (AP) The Mets have optioned utility player Eric Campbell to Triple-A Las Vegas, opening a roster spot for new first baseman James Loney.
Acquired from the San Diego Padres for $1 last weekend as a replacement for injured Lucas Duda, Loney was set to make his New York debut Tuesday night, batting sixth against right-hander Mat Latos and the Chicago White Sox.
Campbell was sent down rather than Ty Kelly, a switch-hitter who also provides defensive versatility on the bench. New York chose not to put David Wright on the disabled list, hoping the third baseman can return in a few days from a herniated disk in his neck.
Campbell was batting .159 with a home run and five RBIs for the Mets. He had struck out 23 times in 63 at-bats.
To create room for Loney on the 40-man roster, the Mets designated Triple-A reliever Jeff Walters for assignment.
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