Mets reliever Vic Black, who has been trying to come back from shoulder and neck issues, passed a significant hurdle last night.
The right-hander has now pitched in back to back scoreless relief appearances with Double-A Binghamton and according to Mets pitching coach Dan Warthen, Black is now ready to come off the DL.
However, whether or not Black is activated is up to the Mets front office.
“I think I’m ready,” Black told Lynn Worthy of the Press and Sun Bulletin. “I believe I am. It’s up to them. That’s just how this whole process goes.”
“I can get outs right now. I don’t care where you put me, I can get outs. I think that’s the biggest key outside of the back-to-back.”
It’s not clear who Black will replace in the bullpen. Erik Goeddel has pitched very effectively and Hansel Robles has been good too, although both had recent rough outings.
