That month in the minors sure seems to be paying dividends for Francisco Alvarez. In his second game since being recalled, the third-year catcher keyed the Mets’ 3-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night with a crucial two-run home run.

Just back from the minors, Francisco Alvarez played a major role in the New York Mets' comeback win. After tearing up Triple-A pitching for a few weeks, the 23-year-old catcher returned to New York's starting lineup Monday night and provided a huge lift in a 7-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.