He was called up in part to fill the rotation spot of Jake Westbrook, who is on the 15-day disabled list with right elbow inflammation.

WSJ: Mets end scoring slump but still lose to Cardinals

Cardinals right-hander Jake Westbrook kept the Mets at bay until the fourth when Ike Davis walked leading off and Marlon Byrd followed with a double.

WSJ: Mets' Wright makes first appearance in 2 weeks

Notes: LHP John Gast makes his major league debut for the Cardinals in place of injured Jake Westbrook on Tuesday night against Dillon Gee (2-4, 5.55).

WSJ: Wigginton dash boosts Cardinals past Mets 6-3