The New York Mets are considering whether or not to re-sign Bartolo Colon, according to a person familiar with the team's thinking.

Colon was designated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves on Thursday.

The Mets have an injury-plagued pitching staff. Colon was an All-Star with the club last season.

The 44-year-old was 2-8 with an 8.14 ERA in 13 starts before being designated.