New York rookie Jeurys Familia (biceps tendinitis) was unavailable out of the bullpen.

WSJ: Marcum exits early again, Mets lose to Pirates 7-3

Laffey was brought up from Las Vegas to fill in for injured starter Shaun Marcum, who is on the disabled list with right biceps tendinitis.

WSJ: Mets recall Carson from minors; designate Laffey

New York placed Santana, closer Frank Francisco (elbow surgery), RHP Jenrry Mejia (elbow tendon inflammation) and RHP Shaun Marcum (biceps tendinitis) on the 15-day disabled list.

WSJ: Niese, Cowgill lead Mets to 11-2 rout of Padres

Marcum entered with an 8.59 ERA after getting a late start due to biceps tendinitis and has lost four consecutive decisions for the first time in his career.

WSJ: Cardinals get to Mets bullpen in 4-2 win