Twenty-nine days later on Monday, the 23-year-old righthanded catcher – after mashing 11 homers in 19 minor-league games – was officially recalled and batted eighth in the Mets’ series opener against the Angels at Citi Field.

Just back from the minors, Francisco Alvarez played a major role in the New York Mets' comeback win. After tearing up Triple-A pitching for a few weeks, the 23-year-old catcher returned to New York's starting lineup Monday night and provided a huge lift in a 7-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.