May 1, 2019; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Donnie Hart (38) throws out Colorado Rockies catcher Drew Butera (not pictured) after Butera grounded back to the pitcher in the fourth inning at Miller Park. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
On Saturday, I put up an article about the New York Mets searching for their final arm to complete their bullpen. They heard my prayers as they claimed left handed reliever Donnie Hart from the Milwaukee Brewers the same day, who could be the final arm they have been searching for.
Originally Hart was sent to triple-A and the Mets called up Jacob Rhame. Hart was recalled to the big leagues Sunday after Rhame was sent to the 10-day IL with right elbow discomfort.
Hart started his career with the Baltimore Orioles, but bounced back and forth between triple-A and the MLB. Over his three years as an Oriole he had a 3.43 ERA in 81.1 innings. He only pitched 6.2 innings with the Brewers this season, but he did not allow a run.
What Does The Mets Bullpen Look Like Now?
Hart will join Luis Avilan and Justin Wilson as the three lefties in the Mets bullpen. He will likely get some low pressure situations since Wilson and Avilan have been solid in the second half.
Hopefully Hart patches a hole the Mets have been struggling to fix all year. It is a positive that he is another lefty, which gives Mickey Callaway more flexibility with his bullpen. The Mets have a big week coming up and need all hands on deck to come out over .500 and put themselves in a wild card spot.
This post was published on 2019-08-04 12:53
