Sanchez getting close

Duaner Sanchez is close to making his return to the major leagues, as he will attempt to pitch tonight in AAA ball, which would be his first back-to-back outing.

If he completes this final test, he could be back with the Mets by early next week.

He threw a scoreless inning last night, needing only 12 pitches, and walking one. While in the minors, he has thrown five innings, giving up two runs.

Obviously Carlos Muniz is the odd man out if/when Sanchez comes back. When Matt Wise is healthy again, it will get a little more confusing. Joe Smith made the team because Sanchez was on the shelf, but Smith has been stellar so far the season. Tough choice for the Mets, but a good tough decision.