ICYMI in Mets Land: Pirates series balances as bats come alive and bullpen stalls

Here’s what happened on Saturday in Mets Earth, in case you missed it…

– Before Saturday’s game, the Mets traded a pair of RHPs, selecting Eric Orze from Triple-A and option Ty Adcock.

– The reinstated Mets Edwin Diaz of the 10-game MLB suspension for complicated things, and he maintained his innocence at a pregame media availability.

– Francisco Álvarezafter Friday’s bid, returned negative x-rays – A positive injury update, although the Mets kept him out of Saturday’s lineup due to elbow soreness from being tackled.

– On the field, the Mets matched their four-game Pirates streak, with the bats totaling 11 hits and the bullpen firing 4.2 scoreless innings in Saturday’s victory 5-2.

– After the game, Carlos Mendoza praised Diaz, who closed the door the bullpen’s dominant afternoon.

– Diaz said he “I felt very good” upon his returnas he leaves his suspension behind.

– Luis Torrens led at the plate with three hits, including a three-run double, and Said he’s embracing his opportunity behind Álvarez.