JOSÉ BUTTÓ NEWS

Jose Butto gives up 3 runs after getting call to make spot start, Mets lose to Pirates, 7-4 Left-hander David Peterson lasted only 3 2/ 3 innings and Butto, a spot starter, took over from there, taking the loss after a seventh-innin...

AUGUST 16, 2023 • DENVERPOST.COM

Recalled from Triple-A The Mets recalled Butto from Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday.

Impact Butto has spent the majority of this season with Syracuse and holds an underwhelming 5.96 ERA in 80 innings there, but the Mets need a fresh bullpen arm leading into Tuesday night's game against the Pirates.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returned to Triple-A Butto was returned to Triple-A Syracuse on Thursday.

Impact Butto served as the 27th man for the Mets during Wednesday's doubleheader against the Tigers and allowed one earned run over 2.1 innings of relief. He'll jump back into a starting role at Triple-A.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back up for twin bill The Mets recalled Butto from Triple-A Syracuse and designated him as the 27th man for Wednesday's doubleheader in Detroit, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Butto previously served as the 27th man for Monday's doubleheader with Atlanta, but he went unused after being called up prior to the second game of the twin bill. After being returned to Triple-A on Tuesday, Butto will be back with the big club a day later as the 27th man once again. He'll be available for both games of the doubleheader this time around before heading back to Syracuse.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Up for back end of twin bill The Mets recalled Butto from Triple-A Syracuse ahead of the second game of Monday's doubleheader with Atlanta.

Impact Though Butto was optioned to Syracuse just one day earlier, he's eligible to pitch in relief for the nightcap Monday since the Mets are designating him as their 27th man for the twin bill. He'll give the Mets a fresh arm after the team needed five relievers to cover nine innings in the 9-8 loss in Game 1, though Butto won't necessarily be tasked with a big workload in Game 2 if starter Tylor Megill is able to provide a decent amount of length.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Demoted back to minors The Mets optioned Butto to Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday.

Impact Due to a rainout Sunday, the Mets will conclude their series with Atlanta with a doubleheader Monday. Butto looked to be a candidate to start one of those two contests along with Tylor Megill, but unless the Mets elect to place another player on the injured list in a corresponding move, Butto won't be eligible to be recalled ahead of the twin bill. Butto's demotion comes after he pitched to a 2.79 ERA in 9.2 innings over his prior two starts with the big club, but his underlying numbers -- specifically, a 3:10 K:BB -- didn't portend strong results moving forward.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up another start Butto is scheduled to start Sunday's game against Atlanta at Citi Field.

Impact Butto will wind up getting two starts this week, as he previously took a loss to the Nationals on Tuesday while working 4.2 innings and giving up two runs on four hits and six walks. Through his two outings with the big club this season, Butto owns an ugly 3:10 K:BB in 9.2 innings, and the poor control he's displayed thus far makes it tough to rely on him as a streaming option against a potent Atlanta lineup. The Mets are set to return Max Scherzer from suspension next week and will likely get Justin Verlander (shoulder) back from the injured list as well, so expect Butto to be optioned back to Triple-A Syracuse following Sunday's start, regardless of how he performs.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles with command Butto (0-1) took the loss Tuesday, allowing two runs on four hits and six walks over 4.2 innings against Washington. He struck out one.

Impact Butto had control issues once again Tuesday, walking six batters in 4.2 frames but managed to limit the Nationals to just two runs and took the loss. The 25-year-old has struggled in both of his spot starts this season with a 3:10 K:BB over 9.2 innings. Considering he hasn't given the Mets any reason to keep him on the big league roster, Butto will likely be optioned back down to Triple-A once Justin Verlander (shoulder) returns from the IL but might be needed for one more start which could come Sunday against Atlanta.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

New York Mets Place Edwin Uceta on IL, Recall Jose Butto The Mets have placed Edwin Uceta on the IL with an ankle sprain and recalled starting pitcher Jose Butto from Triple-A Syracuse.

APRIL 25, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Joining big-league rotation The Mets recalled Butto from Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday, and he's in line to start or serve as a bulk reliever in the team's series opener versus the Nationals, Anthony DiComo of...

Impact Butto was optioned to Triple-A just eight days ago, but he'll be able to rejoin the big club in fewer than the minimum 15 days because the Mets placed reliever Edwin Uceta (ankle) on the 15-day injured list in a corresponding move. The rookie right-hander acquitted himself well in his first start with the big club April 16 in Oakland, covering five innings and allowing one earned run in a no-decision. Butto tentatively lines up for a two-start week -- he's in line to take the hill again Sunday in Atlanta -- but he could head back to the minors immediately after that outing with ace Justin Verlander (shoulder) likely to return from the IL in the first week of May.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent down to Triple-A Butto was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse by the Mets on Monday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact Butto pitched well on Sunday while allowing just a run against the Athletics over five innings, but he's sent down to provide a fresh arm in the bullpen. Edwin Uceta takes his place on the roster. Butto will likely be an up-and-down option for the Mets throughout the 2023 campaign.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows one run in no-decision Butto gave up one run on five hits and four walks in a no decision versus the Athletics on Sunday. He struck out two.

Impact Butto supplied the Mets with a solid effort after he stepped in to pitch on short notice. The 25-year-old showed some struggle with his command, throwing just 43-of-83 pitches for strikes but he did induce a 50 percent ground ball rate and was able to limit the damage overall. Butto will likely be optioned back to Triple-A Syracuse on Monday and could be a candidate for another call up if the Mets' rotation faces any more injuries.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will start Sunday against A's Mets manager Buck Showalter announced after Saturday's game that Butto will get the start Sunday against the Athletics in place of Max Scherzer (soreness), Mike Puma of the New Yor...

Impact Scherzer's start is being moved back three days because of lingering soreness in his back and side, so it'll be Butto on the bump. The right-hander made two starts with Triple-A Syracuse before being promoted Saturday morning, and should be fully stretched out while getting a chance to face one of the weaker MLB lineups come Sunday.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Triple-A Butto was recalled Saturday from Triple-A Syracuse.

Impact Butto could draw a start at some point during the Mets' current West Coast road trip, which began Friday and runs through next Sunday. He had registered a 1.86 ERA and 8:5 K:BB through 9.2 innings (two starts) this season at the Triple-A level.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Candidate for NYM rotation Butto is a candidate to join the Mets' rotation on their West Coast road trip, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.

Impact That road trip begins Friday in Oakland and runs through next Sunday, April 23 in San Francisco. There is a three-game set at Dodger Stadium in between. DiComo notes that the Mets have been discussing adding a starter to give every other member of the rotation an extra day of rest during the road swing. Butto, 25, has pitched to a 1.86 ERA and 8:5 K:BB in 9.2 innings (two starts) this season with Triple-A Syracuse.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Syracuse Butto was optioned Saturday to Triple-A Syracuse by the Mets.

Impact Butto was never likely to begin the season with the Mets, but he is one of the better pitching prospects in the system and reached the majors for one appearance in 2022. The 24-year-old will begin the season in the International League, and could make starts for New York if he's needed and pitches well for Syracuse this spring.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses in spring start Butto gave up a run on zero hits and two walks over 1.2 innings in Saturday's split-squad game against the Marlins, striking out four straight batters.

Impact The run crossed the plate after he'd left the game in the second inning. Butto touched 97 mph with his fastball, and while the 24-year-old right-hander isn't viewed as an elite prospect, he did post solid numbers between Double-A and Triple-A in 2022 before making his big-league debut in late August. The Mets have plenty of rotation depth, but if injuries thin the ranks, Butto could be a factor later in the year if he continues his development and can add a reliable curveball to his fastball-changeup arsenal.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to minors Butto was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse on Monday.

Impact Butto was knocked around Sunday in his major-league debut, so the Mets decided to return him to Syracuse for the time being. He is one of the club's top prospects, so he figures to be back in the big leagues at some point, either this season or next.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Crushed for seven runs Butto allowed seven runs on nine hits and two walks over four innings against the Phillies on Sunday. He struck out five and did not factor in the decision.

Impact The Mets eventually won the back-and-forth thriller, letting Butto off the hook in his MLB debut. The right-handed rookie was tagged with a pair of three-run homers by Alec Bohm. Butto will likely head back to Triple-A Syracuse, where he's posted a 4.00 ERA this season.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled prior to start The Mets recalled Butto from Triple-A Syracuse prior to his start Sunday against the Phillies.

Impact Butto is set to make his big-league debut after throwing only six innings with Triple-A. He has spent the majority of the season with Double-A Binghamton, where he maintained a 4.00 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 108:35 K:BB across 92.1 innings. Butto isn't likely to stick in the rotation, as the Mets were in need of an extra starter due to a doubleheader Saturday.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

What to Know About New York Mets Prospect Jose Butto What to know about Mets top prospect Jose Butto, as he gets set to make his MLB debut.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Set for big-league debut Butto will start Sunday's game against the Phillies, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

Impact Butto was only recently promoted to Triple-A Syracuse, and his second start with the club was cut short in anticipation that he may be needed in the majors. He has spent the majority of the season with Double-A Binghamton, where he posted a 108:35 K:BB, 4.00 ERA and 1.31 WHIP across 92.1 frames. Butto's first stint in the majors could be short, as the Mets only need to turn to a six-man rotation due to their doubleheader Saturday.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Promoted to Triple-A Butto was promoted to Triple-A Syracuse on Monday, Michael Meyer of MetsmerizedOnline.com reports.

Impact Butto will make his way to Triple-A after producing a 4.00 ERA and 1.31 WHIP with 108 punchouts over 92.1 innings in 20 appearances with Double-A Binghamton this season. The right-hander is now one step closer to making his major-league debut.

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to minor-league camp Butto was optioned to minor-league camp Monday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

Impact Butto was added to the 40-man roster in November but isn't quite knocking on the door of the active roster. He's yet to reach Triple-A and only made eight Double-A starts, though those went quite well, as he struck out 29.9 percent of opposing batters and walked just 5.4 percent en route to a 3.12 ERA.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Added to 40-man roster Butto was added to the Mets' 40-man roster Friday, Justin Toscano of The Bergen Record reports.

Impact Butto logged a 3.12 ERA and 1.05 WHIP in eight starts at Double-A last season. He is the Mets' best pitching prospect with a chance to reach the majors in 2022.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE