Semien Returns as Mets Push for Surge | New York Mets News

The Mets are back in action after the All-Star break, facing the Phillies in a pivotal series as they chase a late-season surge. Despite sitting in last place with a 40-57 record, the team got a major boost when veteran Marcus Semien returned from a hip flexor injury, ending his rehab assignment and rejoining the active roster. Semien, in his 14th MLB season and first with the Mets, brings experience and power — nine homers and 29 RBIs in 40 games — even if his .214 average hasn’t reflected his impact. To make room, infielder Zach Short was designated for assignment. With Semien’s return, the Mets are hoping to turn things around, even if playoff hopes are slim — they’ve still got plenty of games left to climb the standings. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c1402cfe926baaad