Payano was added to the Mets' 60-player pool Tuesday, Tim Healey of Newsday

EDGE Analysis

The 25-year-old signed with the Mets on a minor-league deal in December and will now get a chance to showcase himself during the shortened season. Payano made his major-league debut with the Rangers last season and had a 5.73 ERA and 1.86 WHIP in six outings (four starts).