Philadelphia, PA -- (Sports Network) - The Philadelphia Phillies called up pitcher Rodrigo Lopez from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to start Friday's game against the New York Mets.

Lopez, being used as a spot-starter due to Antonio Bastardo (shoulder) being placed on the 15-day disabled list earlier in the week, allowed two runs on six hits and a walk in 6 1/3 innings to get the win in a 7-2 decision.

The right-hander had not pitched in the majors since 2007, when he started 14 games for Colorado.

In 13 starts for Lehigh Valley this season, Lopez, who has started 161 games in the big leagues, was 5-4 with a 3.91 earned-run average. For his career, the seven-plus-year veteran is 65-65 with a 4.80 ERA.

To make room on the roster, the Phillies designated reliever Jack Taschner for assignment. In 21 games this season for Philly, the lefty has gone 1-1 with a 5.20 ERA.