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Mets Recall Justin Turner

Infielder averaged .300 in 10 games with Buffalo
April 19, 2011
April 19, 2011 - The New York Mets today announced that they have recalled Buffalo Bisons INF JUSTIN TURNER.

Turner, 26, has played 10 games for the Bisons this season, hitting .300 (12-40) with three doubles, two triples and two RBI.

Last season, Turner hit .333 (104-312) with 22 doubles, 11 home runs and 35RBI in 78 games with Buffalo. Combined with 23 games for Triple-A Norfolk, Turner's .316 season batting average was 5th best in the International League.

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