New York Mets utility man Travis Blankenhorn played a key role in the comeback win over the Pittsburgh Pirates Sunday, hitting a pinch-hit three-run home run off of Pirates starter J.T. Brubaker in the fourth inning. It was his first major-league home run. Blankenhorn has enjoyed some success in his limited action this year, going 3-for-13 with four runs scored and four RBI. There doesn't appear to be a path to enough playing time to make him a viable fantasy option.
New York Mets second baseman Travis Blankenhorn was recalled from Triple-A on Friday. The 24-year-old, who was optioned just two weeks ago, will suit up for another stint with the big club after Jonathan Villar (calf) was placed on the 10-day injured reserve. The 24-year-old hasn't done much outside of Syracuse, compiling just one hit throughout seven at-bats in the majors this season, so fantasy managers looking to fill a void caused by Villar's absence should certainly look elsewhere.
Travis Blankenhorn Receives First Big League Call-Up
Minnesota Twins second baseman/outfielder Travis Blankenhorn has been summoned to the active roster ahead of Mondays contest against the White Sox and will make his Major League debut when he first gets into action. Blankenhorn has never played above Double-A, having compiled a .787 OPS across two Minor League levels last year. Ranked as the clubs No. 18 prospect per MLB Pipeline, Minnesotas decision to bring up Blankenhorn will likely be short-lived, as the team is without Miguel Sano (neck), Eddie Rosario (elbow), and Marwin Gonzalez (illness) for at least Mondays outing.
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