New York Mets Activate All-Star Outfielder From Injured List in Slew of Roster Moves

Starling Marte is set to return to the New York Mets' lineup on Tuesday after battling a bruised knee, leading to Jared Young losing his big league roster spot.

New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets left fielder Starling Marte (6) singles during the third inning against the New York Yankees at Citi Field. | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

The New York Mets have reinstated outfielder Starling Marte from the 10-day injured list, the club announced Tuesday afternoon.

Marte last played against the New York Yankees on July 6, going 3-for-5 with a stolen base. He wound up suffering a right knee bruise, though, missing the next two weeks of action as a result.

The 36-year-old former All-Star missed two months with a right knee bone bruise in 2024. He didn't need a rehab assignment to return to game shape this time around, though, effectively expediting his return to the MLB roster.

Before he went down, Marte was batting .270 with four home runs, seven doubles, 20 RBIs, 22 runs, five stolen bases, a .739 OPS and a 0.7 WAR through 58 games this season.

In order to make room for Marte, the Mets optioned infielder Jared Young to Triple-A Syracuse. New York also optioned right-handed pitcher Kevin Herget and designated right-handed pitcher Chris Devenski for assignment while calling up right-handed pitchers Rico Garcia and Justin Garza.

We have made the following roster moves. pic.twitter.com/OWC7r1rRea

— New York Mets (@Mets) July 22, 2025

Mark Vientos can return to third base with Marte back in the mix at designated hitter. The two-time Gold Glove winner has racked up -13 defensive runs saved since the start of 2023, so he is unlikely to take significant time away from Juan Soto, Brandon Nimmo, Jeff McNeil or Tyrone Taylor in the outfield at this point in his career.

The Mets are scheduled to continue their series against the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday at 7:10 p.m. ET.

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