Report: Miguel Batista to replace Dillon Gee in Mets rotation

Miguel Batista will replace the injured Dillon Gee in the Mets' rotation, Anthony Di Como of MLB.com reports.

Gee underwent surgery to remove a blod clot in his shoulder Tuesday. There is currently no timetable for his return. The 26-year-old has a 4.10 ERA and an excellent 3.34 K/BB on the season.

Batista, 41, has a 4.20 ERA on the season in 26 appearances. In his four starts, he has a 4.00 ERA in 18 innings, including 10 strikeouts and seven walks.