Semien Returns but Doesn't Start as Baty Shines in Mets' Win

WHO:

NY Post - Marcus Semien, Brett Baty, Francisco Lindor, Bo Bichette, Jared Young, Eric Wagaman, Jorge Polanco, Zack Short, New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies

MLB.com - Anthony DiComo, Senior Reporter covering the Mets since 2007

WHAT:

NY Post - Marcus Semien was reinstated from the 10-day injured list but did not start in the Mets' 4-1 win.

MLB.com - Semien has a career-worst batting average of .214/.271/.341 in 80 games this season.

MLB.com - Semien returned from a left hip flexor strain that initially required 4-6 weeks of recovery but he returned in just four weeks.

MLB.com - Brett Baty started at second base instead of Semien, having hit .289/.306/.444 in his last 12 games before the break.

MLB.com - The Mets designated infielder Zack Short for assignment to clear roster space for Semien.

WHERE:

NY Post - The game took place at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.

MLB.com - The Mets are based in New York.

WHEN:

NY Post - The game occurred on Thursday, following the All-Star break.

MLB.com - The game was moved to start at 6:10 p.m. due to air quality concerns, originally scheduled for 7:10 p.m.

WHY:

MLB.com - Semien's absence from the starting lineup was due to his recent return from injury and the performance of Brett Baty.

HOW:

MLB.com - The Mets adjusted the game time to accommodate air quality concerns.

In a recent matchup at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, the New York Mets secured a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, with Marcus Semien reinstated from the injured list but not starting due to his recent recovery from a left hip flexor strain. Instead, Brett Baty took the field at second base, continuing his strong performance with a batting average of .289 over his last 12 games. To make room for Semien, the Mets designated infielder Zack Short for assignment and adjusted the game time to 6:10 p.m. due to air quality concerns.