Mets' R.J. Alvarez: Cast off 40-man roster

Alvarez was designated for assignment by the Mets on Wednesday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

The 31-year-old had his contract selected by New York on Tuesday and made his season debut against Atlanta, and he was charged with the loss after giving up three earned runs across 2.1 innings. Alvarez could return to Triple-A Syracuse if he goes unclaimed on waivers.