MLB Note - New York Mets Flexen, Chris

Jul 28, 2017 - 8:09 AM RHP Chris Flexen was promoted from Double-A Binghamton to start the series finale in San Diego. That countered the loss of traded 1B Lucas Duda from the 25-man roster, although the Mets, who had a nine-man bullpen and a three-man bench Thursday, are expected to soon promote 1B Dominic Smith from Las Vegas. Flexen became the third Mets pitcher to give up a home run to the first hitter he faced. Jonathan Niese did it on Sept. 2, 2008, and Steven Matz did it on June 28, 2015. Flexen had a rough debut Thursday. Not only did he give up a home run to Manuel Margot, he allowed four runs on five hits and four walks and hit a batter in three innings. Eight of the first 10 Padres reached base.