Needing a spot starter Tuesday because of last Friday’s doubleheader with the Yankees, the Mets recalled veteran right-hander Tony Armas Jr. from Triple-A New Orleans after tonight’s 7-1 loss to the Cardinals.

Manuel said Armas will stick around after Tuesday’s start because the Mets need a long reliever and will go with 13 pitchers at least for a few days.

The Mets designated Andy Phillips for assignment to make room for Armas. Phillips had only joined the team last Thursday.