Gillaspie, who had a 7.15 ERA in 11 1/3 innings for the Padres last season, is coming up as bullpen depth. Omar Cruz was optioned to Triple-A to make room on the active roster and Tom Cosgrove was designated for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster.

Gillaspie is a frequent flier between El Paso and San Diego, and he’ll make his way east this time. Lake Bachar was recalled to take Gillaspie’s place on the roster.

Gillaspie provides San Diego with some extra bullpen depth heading into Thursday’s series opener against the Mets. The 27-year-old righty has posted a serviceable 3.24 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 5/0 K/BB ratio across 8 1/3 innings (seven appearances) this season for the Padres.

The 27-year-old hurler is being sent out to help make room for the additions of Tanner Scott, Bryan Hoeing and Martin Perez to the active roster on Wednesday. Gillaspie has impressed in his limited action with the Padres this season, posting a 3.24 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and a 5/0 K/BB ratio over 8 1/3 innings. He should get another opportunity with the Padres before the season is through.