The Mets have added Manny Acosta off the waiver wire from the Atlanta Braves. He has been placed on the 40-man roster and optioned to Triple-A Buffalo, according to Brian Costa.
Acosta, who has pitched for the Braves for the last three seasons, went 1-1 with a 4.34 ERA and 1.714 WHIP in 37 1/3 innings over 36 games in 2009.
Also, the Mets have placed pitcher Pat Misch on waivers. If he clears, he will be assigned to Triple-A Buffalo, but can be picked up by another team.