Mark Vientos

The Mets have optioned Mark Vientos to Triple-A Syracuse.

Fantasy Impact

Vientos will return to the minors after the team reinstated Starling Marte from the bereavement list. Without any clear playing time with the Mets, Vientos should see consistent at-bats in Triple-A.

The Mets have recalled Mark Vientos from Triple-A Syracuse.

Fantasy Impact

Vientos will take the roster spot of Starling Marte, who was placed on the bereavement list. Fantasy managers should expect this to be a short stint for Vientos, who will likely return once Marte is activated.

The Mets have optioned Mark Vientos to Triple-A Syracuse.

Fantasy Impact

Vientos lost his spot as the team’s designated hitter after the team signed veteran J.D. Martinez. Vientos is likely on the short list of players the Mets would call up first if one of their regulars suffers an injury.

Mark Vientos launched two solo home runs Wednesday to help the Mets secure an 8-3 victory over the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact

Vientos, who has struggled at the plate this season with a .226 batting average, showed off his power with his seventh and eighth homers of the year. Despite his low average, Vientos has displayed some pop with five doubles and a triple to go along with his home runs. While his strikeout rate of 29.6% is a concern, his ability to drive in runs could make him an intriguing option in deeper fantasy leagues.

Mark Vientos is not in the lineup Wednesday due to inflammation/soreness in his wrist.

Fantasy Impact

Vientos has struggled as of late, going 2-for18 in his last five games. It's unclear when this injury popped up, but it's possible that it is hindering him at the plate. He is considered day-to-day.