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NextImg:Struggling Mets shake up roster to help taxed bullpen after latest ugly loss

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The Mets’ recent woes have taxed their pitching staff and resulted in a shakeup in the bullpen prior to Wednesday’s game against the Braves.

They recalled left-hander Brandon Waddell and selected righty Jonathan Pintaro to the roster.

They’ll take the spots of the two left-handers that had previously spent time in the pen, Jose Castillo and Richard Lovelady, who were both designated for assignment after pitching in Tuesday’s loss to Atlanta.

The 27-year-old Pintaro pitched in 11 games at Double-A Binghamton this season — all starts — but will likely be used in a long-relief role with the Mets.

Jonathan Pintaro pitching for the Double-A Binghamton Rumble Ponies on May 21, 2025. Minor League Baseball via Getty
Brandon Waddell pitching for the Mets against the White Sox on May 28, 2025.
Brandon Waddell pitching for the Mets against the White Sox on May 28, 2025. JASON SZENES/NY POST

He signed with the organization last year after pitching at Division II Shorter University in Georgia, followed by a year-plus in independent ball with the Glacier Range Riders in the Pioneer League.

Waddell, 31, has pitched in four games with the Mets so far this year.