<p>Catcher Josh&nbsp;Thole, who hit his first major league homer last night,&nbsp;&nbsp;will remain&nbsp;with the Mets. Justin&nbsp;Turner was sent to Buffalo. Oliver Perez is expected to be activated before tonight's game.</p>

Catcher Josh Thole, who hit his first major league homer last night, will remain with the Mets. Justin Turner was sent to Buffalo. Oliver Perez is expected to be activated before tonight's game.

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