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Mets’ Michael Tonkin designated for assignment after rough outing

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Published April 5, 2024, 3:37 p.m. ET

CINCINNATI — Michael Tonkin’s Mets tenure may have lasted three appearances. 

The Mets designated the veteran righty for assignment on Friday to create roster space for newly signed Julio Teheran. 

Mets relief pitcher Michael Tonkin reacts in the 10th inning against the Detroit Tigers
Michael Tonkin struggled in the opener of the Mets’ Thursday doubleheader. Corey Sipkin for the NY POST

Tonkin, a 34-year-old who was among the last to crack the Opening Day roster, allowed eight runs (two earned) in four innings, including a rough, three-run 11th inning that led to the Mets’ loss Thursday afternoon in the front end of a doubleheader. 

Teheran joins a needy rotation and could debut as soon as Monday.Â