Mets Turn Heads With Announcement on Tuesday
Mets Turn Heads With Announcement on Tuesday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The New York Mets enter Tuesday night's series opener against the Washington Nationals (30-35) looking to extend their current winning streak to four games. New York has claimed three straight victories, keeping them on top in a tightly contested National League East race. Meanwhile, the Nationals, with three losses in their last five games, are seeking consistency as they strive to solidify their position in the division.
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The series sweep against the Colorado Rockies improved the Mets to a league-best 42-24, four games above the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East, as they will now look to keep their hot momentum going.
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (4).Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
However, the Mets won't have catcher Francisco Álvarez available for the matchup. Hayden Senger has been called up to serve as catching depth while the Mets await Álvarez's return.
The team announced on social media Tuesday that Álvarez has been placed on the paternity list, a move confirmed in MLB transactions. Fans were quick to offer their congratulations online to the team's starting catcher.
'Congrats on the baby Alvy the dad power is coming soon,' one fan posted.
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'Good for Alverez! He should take at least 3 days to celebrate,' another fan added
'Don't rush back, Alvy!' another fan implored.
'BABY ALVY RAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH,' a hyped fan wrote
'Congrats Alvy! Enjoy your time with your baby!' another fan mentioned.
Álvarez, 23, is hitting .225 with two home runs and 10 RBIs in 2025. He recently broke out of a long home-run slump in the Rockies series with a ninth-inning solo shot Sunday, helping New York complete a three-game sweep. His power and presence behind the plate have been vital to the Mets' success.
The team will rely on backup catchers Luis Torrens and Hayden Senger during Álvarez's absence.
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Related: Mets Announce Trade With Giants After Rockies Game
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
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