Availability
The Mets selected the contract of Nate Lavender.
Fantasy Impact
Lavender gets an opportunity in the majors after the trade deadline. He made 25 appearances for Triple-A Syracuse this season.
The Mets reassigned LHP Nate Lavender to minor league camp.
Fantasy Impact
Lavender missed all of last season while recovering from an internal brace procedure. He'll add relief depth for the Mets organization.
The Rays returned LHP Nate Lavender to the Mets.
Fantasy Impact
Lavender was a Rule 5 draft pick of Tampa Bay. He missed 2025 while recovering from an internal brace procedure.
Nate Lavender (elbow) was activated from the 60-day injured list by the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday and subsequently designated for assignment. The left-hander, who has yet to make his MLB debut, will now be exposed to waivers.
Fantasy Impact
Lavender underwent surgery in late August or early September to remove a bone spur in his left elbow. It is possible he will be available for the start of spring training. The pitcher turns 25 in January.
Nate Lavender will undergo season-ending elbow surgery.
Fantasy Impact
Nate Lavender will undergo season-ending elbow surgery after experiencing soreness in July. A bone spur was discovered during a follow-up visit with Dr. Keith Meister, and the surgery will be a removal procedure.