Cora returns from Triple-A Buffalo

Alex Cora has returned from three games at Triple-A Buffalo. He can't be activated from the DL until Tuesday, so it's likely the Mets will wait to put Angel Pagan on the DL until then.

UPDATE: Cora said he's felt no ill effects from the torn ligament in his right thumb while playing two games at shortstop and one at DH. He noted he can't make it any worse since it's completely torn.

He reiterated he'll need surgery after the season. Cora is wearing a splint both at the plate and in the field, but added that he doesn't think he particularly needs it. He insisted he's not trying to rush back because of the spate of injuries.

“To win a World Series championship, and I’ve been there before, you need more than 25 guys,” Cora said. “Whoever is making excuses because guys are hurt or whatever, they don’t belong in this clubhouse. You need everybody. Whoever comes up we’re expecting them to contribute.”

(nydailynews.com)