Mets claim catcher Shawn Ross off waivers from Pirates

The Mets have claimed 26-year-old catcher Shawn Ross off waivers from the Pirates and designated 29-year-old right-handed pitcher Joey Gerber for assignment to open up a spot for Ross on the 40-man roster. Ross has spent the vast majority of this season and his professional career in the minors.

Between his Double-A and Triple-A stints this year, Ross has hit .181/.325/.432 with 10 home runs. He made his major league debut on July 25 in a brief appearance at first base with the Pirates. He got the start behind the plate the following day and hit a two-run home run in that game, but Pittsburgh designated him for assignment on July 27.