Darin Ruf Draws Into Mets Lineup Saturday
2 years agoNew York Mets designated hitter Darin Ruf (neck) is in the lineup tonight against lefty Blake Snell and the San Diego Padres. After sitting out game one, Ruf is the designated hitter and will hit eighth in game two. Ruf hasn't played since September 25 due to a neck issue, but is feeling well enough to get back in the lineup tonight. Daniel Vogelbach will retreat to the bench against the lefty, as the Mets play matchups with their DH spot. Ruf has been terrible since the trade deadline, slashing .152/.216/.197 with the Mets, but still has a .753 OPS against lefties on the season. Expect the Mets to continue the lefty/righty platoon for as long as they stay in the postseason.
Source: Baseball Press
Source: Baseball Press