Hunter debuted as a starter with the Rangers in 2008 and went 13-4 with a 3.73 ERA two years later. He eventually settled into the pen and on three occasions put up sub-3.00 ERAs in seasons of at least 60 appearances before battling injures in his 30s. Overall, he finishes up at 56-47 with a 4.07 ERA (105 ERA+) and 22 saves in 76 starts and 432 relief appearances.

The 36-year-old hurler had been designated for assignment over the weekend. Rather than accepting an outright assignment to Triple-A Syracuse, he'll explore what else is available on the open market. Hunter struggled to a 6.85 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 20/5 K/BB ratio over 23 2/3 innings in his 14 appearances with the Mets this season.

Hunter has been removed from New York's 40-man roster after struggling to a calamitous 6.85 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 20/5 K/BB ratio across 23 2/3 innings (14 appearances) this season. The 36-year-old veteran reliever has spent 16 seasons in the majors since 2008, but this might be the end of the road.

Hunter rejoins the Mets' bullpen for Wednesday's series finale against the Dodgers. The 36-year-old veteran righty has been out since early April due to back spasms.