Scott Hairston wipes his face after striking out in the...

Scott Hairston wipes his face after striking out in the eighth inning of a game against the Rockies. (Aug. 23, 2012) Credit: David Pokress

PHILADELPHIA — Scott Hairston said he had not been told anything about his waiver status. Reports Monday said the Mets had put the outfielder on waivers and he was claimed by a team that was trying to block another team from acquiring him.

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