Mets' Danny Mendick: Sent to Triple-A

Mendick was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday.

Mendick had a .619 slash line in 10 games during spring training and was unable to earn a spot on New York's Opening Day roster. The 29-year-old will serve as organizational depth at Triple-A Syracuse while Tim Locastro and Darin Ruf continue to battle for the final roster spot.