Bichette (leg/ankle) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Red Sox.
Just as interim manager Andy Green hinted would be the case, Bichette will hit the bench for the Mets' final game before the All-Star break while he contends with general leg and right ankle soreness. Zack Short will draw a third straight start in the infield in place of Bichette, who walked in a pinch-hitting appearance in Saturday's 4-0 loss and should be available off the bench again Sunday. Bichette is likely to return to the starting nine following the All-Star break.