FILE - This Feb. 24, 2011, file photo shows New York Mets baseball player Luis Castillo. The Mets released second baseman Luis Castillo, although he is owed $6 million this year. General manager Sandy Alderson informed Castillo of the decision Friday morning, March 18, 2011, with approval from Mets owner Jeff Wilpon. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)