Jon Heyman of SI.com is reporting that the Mets are likely going to skip Mike Pelfrey in the rotation on Sunday.
“Skipping his start” would mean that he’s going to stay off the disabled list and a roster move is forthcoming. The most obvious move would be to send down / let go of Darren O’Day, who would have to be offered back to the Angels. O’Day was a Rule V draft pick this year.
Coming up to make the start would probably be Nelson Figueroa, who was pulled from his start with Triple-A Buffalo after only two innings. Jon Niese is scheduled to start on Sunday for Binghamton, but his 9.00 ERA is probably holding him back.
Smart move by the Mets here. No need to push Pelfrey through any injury. Let him rest and let him heal.