Lobaton is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cardinals, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Lobaton will take a seat for the second time in three games as Tomas Nido picks up another start behind the dish. The veteran backstop as just one hit in 16 at-bats this season, so the Mets will likely continue to rotate catchers until someone stakes a claim on the job.

Lobaton is not in the lineup Sunday against the Braves, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Lobaton -- who has just one hit in his first 16 at-bats this season -- has yet to take control of the Mets' catching position and should continue to see regular days off as the team searches for a reliable option behind the plate. Tomas Nido draws the start for the second time in the past three games.

Lobaton is not in the lineup Friday against the Braves.

EDGE Analysis

Lobaton seems to be in line for decent playing time behind the plate with Kevin Plawecki (hand) and Travis d'Arnaud (elbow) sidelined, but the switch-hitter will head to the bench for a night off nonetheless. Thomas Nido will log a start at catcher in his stead.

Lobaton is in no danger of getting bumped off the 25-man roster for now as the Mets are not pursuing a trade for another catcher, Kristie Ackert of The New York Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran is currently sharing duties behind the plate with Tomas Nido after injuries to Kevin Plawecki (hand) and Travis d'Arnaud (elbow) left the Mets scrambling. Lobaton has been getting most of the playing time of the duo, starting five games to Nido's two, but neither catcher has been doing much at the plate -- Lobaton's .525 OPS only looks good compared to Nido's .334 mark. While d'Arnaud is out for the season, Plawecki is likely a couple of weeks away from rejoining the roster, meaning Lobaton still has a window to lock down his spot as Plawecki's backup for the remainder of 2018.

Lobaton was called up to the majors to replace the injured Kevin Plawecki on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

The Mets recently lost their top two catchers, with Travis d'Arnaud out for the year recovering from Tommy John surgery and Kevin Plawecki out several weeks with a broken hand. Tomas Nido was already called up to fill d'Arnaud's spot, so he and Lobaton are set to split catching duties until Plawecki returns or the team makes a trade for another backstop. Lobaton will start immediately upon his promotion, catching and batting eighth Friday against the Brewers. Lobaton's fantasy relevance will be limited to deep leagues, as he has a long track record of having a weak bat, hitting .218/.295/.324 over his eight-year career.

The Mets are expected to select Lobaton's contract from Triple-A Las Vegas ahead of their series opener Friday against the Brewers, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Since Lobaton isn't a member of the 40-man roster, the Mets will have to either designate a player for assignment or shift a player to the 60-day disabled list to facilitate the transaction. Lobaton would then assume the active roster spot of Kevin Plawecki, who will be placed on the 10-day DL after suffering a hairline fracture to his left hand after being hit by a pitch in Wednesday's win over the Marlins. Plawecki will join Travis d'Arnaud (elbow) on the DL, leaving the Mets without their top two backstops. With that in mind, Lobaton could be in store for regular work behind the plate right away along with recent Triple-A callup Tomas Nido, though neither profiles as a particularly interesting fantasy option.

The Mets reassigned Lobaton to their minor-league camp Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

The Mets are prepared to open the season with Travis d'Arnaud and Kevin Plawecki as their two catchers, but Lobaton could be first in line should the big club require an extra backstop. Lobaton appeared in 51 games for the Nationals last season, hitting .170/.248/.277 across 158 plate appearances.

Lobaton signed a minor-league contract with an invitation to spring training with the Mets on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Lobaton will provide added depth at the catching position after spending the last four years with the division-rival Nationals. During the 2017 season backing up Matt Wieters, the 33-year-old slashed a disappointing .170/.248/.277 with four home runs and 11 RBI in 51 contests.

Lobaton (foot) is starting at catcher and batting eighth during Sunday's game against the Mets.

EDGE Analysis

Lobaton has been dealing with some foot pain after being hit by a pitch on his left foot during a game on Sept. 14. He was able to make a pinch-hit appearance on Thursday and will enter the starting lineup Sunday in place of Matt Wieters, who is receiving the day off.

Lobaton (foot) was hit by a pitch during Thursday's contest, and will need a few days off to recover, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Lobaton wasn't walking with a limp, according to manager Dusty Baker, but he will receive some time off after exiting Thursday's affair. Upon his return to the field, Lobaton will slide back into his backup role behind Matt Wieters at the catching position.