Francisco Alvarez, the young catcher touted as the New York Mets' future, has been demoted to the Syracuse Mets after struggling this season. His performance in the majors saw him post a lackluster .236 batting average with only three home runs and 11 RBIs in 35 games, alongside a concerning 38 strikeouts. In his absence, Luis Torrens, who began the season as the No. 1 catcher, will take over primary duties, although his own stats reflect a similar struggle with a .232 average. The Mets will also be calling up Hayden Senger, known for his defensive skills but limited hitting ability.

This demotion comes after a disappointing stretch for Alvarez, who showed promise in the previous seasons with 25 home runs in 2023 and a .437 slugging percentage. However, he struggled mightily upon returning from an injury that sidelined him earlier in the season. This shift in the Mets' roster coincides with a crucial moment in the standings as they are tied with the Philadelphia Phillies for the division lead.