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Like Red Sox, Mets run out of patience with Gonzalez

The Mets decided to release Adrian Gonzalez after he struck out in all three at-bats Sunday

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Adrian Gonzalez of the New York Mets flips his bat after striking out against the New York Yankees during the fourth inning of a game at Citi Field on June 10, 2018

NEW YORK (AP) - Looking to spark their stagnant lineup, the New York Mets are making a change at first base.

Slumping veteran Adrian Gonzalez was released following a 2-0 victory over the Yankees on Sunday night, and the Mets will recall Dominic Smith from Triple-A Las Vegas on Tuesday when they begin a 10-game road trip in Atlanta.

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Although signed to play for seven seasons with the Red Sox starting in 2011, Adrian Gonzalez's tenure in Boston ended prematurely after less than two seasons

The 36-year-old Gonzalez, who struck out in all three at-bats Sunday, hit .237 with six home runs and 26 RBIs for the Mets. The five-time All-Star was signed for the major league minimum during the offseason after struggling with a bad back last year with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

The Mets also announced they plan to call up utilityman Ty Kelly from Triple-A on Tuesday. Reserve catcher Jose Lobaton will be designated for assignment.