Conforto was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas on Friday, Marc Carig of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Over the last 14 games, Conforto has gone a mere 5-for-33 (.152) with 11 strikeouts, bringing his batting average down to just .218 for the season. During his time with Las Vegas this season, Conforto has posted a .344/.420/.623 line over 16 games. In a corresponding move, the Mets opted to recall Seth Lugo.