Braves 8 Mets 2

Shades of Joe Theismann — for those of a certain age.

The Mets have announced, via their Twitter account, that they have released RHP Shaun Marcum.

#Mets announced today that RHP Shaun Marcum has been placed on waivers for purposes of his unconditional release… (continued)

— New York Mets (@Mets) July 23, 2013

This move will save them roughly $1 million tied to a roster bonus in his contract. It will also open a spot on the team’s 40-man roster.

Marcum was 1-10 with a 5.29 ERA and 1.35 WHIP, and was expected to be out for the rest of the season with a shoulder injury.

Mets 4 Braves 1

Who ever would have thought that Carlos Torres and the Mets would beat Kris Medlen and the Braves? But that’s why they play the games.