The downturn in Matt Harvey’s fortunes has come at an awkward time for him and the Mets. An unquestioned member of the team’s rotation heading into the season, Harvey has since started four games, struggled thrice and, on Thursday, pitched poorly enough at SunTrust Park that the Braves effectively iced their 12-4 win before sunset.
Over his last three starts, Harvey is 0-2 with a 7.88 ERA, and he is running out of time to improve. Due back from the disabled list as soon as April 27, Jason Vargas will claim someone’s rotation spot when healthy.
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