The New York Mets did not play things safe with the playoffs on the line. They recalled heralded right-hander Brandon Sproat and handed him the ball to start Sunday's game at the Cincinnati Reds.

Sproat did not allow a hit until Noelvi Marte rapped a single with one out in the sixth, but he left the game on the hook for the loss as he allowed three hits and three runs over six innings. He posted seven strikeouts and four walks during his 88-pitch effort as the Reds held a 3-1 lead through six.

In other moves prior to Sunday's game, the Mets (76-66) reinstated relief pitcher Reed Garrett from the 15-day injured list, optioned right-handers Wander Suero and Kevin Herget to Triple-A and designated right-hander Justin Garza for assignment.

Sproat, who turns 25 on Sept. 17, posted an 8-6 rec

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