Plawecki, who had his first two extra base hits of the season Saturday, is in the lineup Sunday against the Padres.
Plawecki sat Friday for Rene Rivera but will play in a day game Sunday following a night game Saturday. With Travis d'Arnaud sidelined for a while longer due his rotator cuff injury, Plawecki has a golden opportunity to grab a hold of the catching job. If he falters and d'Arnaud is out long-term, the Mets could explore the trade market - possibly Jonathan Lucroy - to obtain a starting catcher.