Krauss signed a minor league contract with the Mets on Monday that includes an invitation to spring training, Matt Ehalt of The Record reports.
Krauss was released by the Tigers to make 40-man roster room for Randy Wolf, Chris Iott of MLive.com reports.
Krauss was optioned to Triple-A Toledo on Sunday.
Krauss is out of the lineup Saturday against the Red Sox.
Krauss was formally activated from the paternity list prior to Sunday's game against the Orioles, MLive.com's Chris Iott reports.
Krauss will be activated from the paternity list Sunday.
Krauss will start at first base and bat seventh Tuesday against the Mariners.
Krauss was claimed by the Tigers on Monday after being designated for assignment by the Rays, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.
The Rays designated Krauss for assignment Saturday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Krauss was optioned Wednesday, Bill Chastain of MLB.com reports.