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Remember Matt Harvey?

Benjamin Grimm Jan 24 2014 08:44 AM

Says his recovery is going fine and he hopes to pitch in September.

MFS62 Jan 24 2014 08:47 AM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Benjamin Grimm wrote: Says his recovery is going fine and he hopes to pitch in September. Great news! Just in time for the post season series*. Later * = that's plural

Benjamin Grimm Jan 24 2014 08:58 AM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Harvey pitching in September would be nice. Harvey pitching in October would be fantastic.

Mets – Willets Point Jan 24 2014 09:05 AM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Benjamin Grimm wrote: Harvey pitching in September would be nice. Harvey pitching in October would be fantastic. I don't think it would be fantastic. I don't want the Mets to trade Harvey.

Zvon Jan 24 2014 02:14 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

I respect his confidence and all that but, jeeze, I hate to say this, but I'd rather he completely sit out 2014 and do all the proper training and workout things to return at 100% (plus?-dribble) in 2015. In this light I hope we are not in the running come September. Or that if we are I really still think he should not hasten his return for that reason or any other. Take the time to rebuild that strength. If the doctors say it'll take till after the 2014 season you trying to prove them wrong serves no useful purpose. This is your career Mattman. Do it right.

Benjamin Grimm Jan 24 2014 02:27 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

In this light I hope we are not in the running come September. That's ridiculous. I think he's being overly optimistic (remember, he had been saying that he'd be pitching in April 2014) and that we won't really see him until 2015. But if he does come back quicker, and the doctors clear him, I don't object to him pitching in 2014. But think about it: He wouldn't come off the disabled list and go right to the Mets rotation. There would be rehab outings, starting at two or three innings, in places like Brooklyn or Savannah, or, if the minor league seasons have ended, simulated games. If he started pitching in September, at most he'd have one start, or two, before the regular season ended. I don't think that a pennant race would dictate where and when and how often he pitches.

d'Kong76 Jan 24 2014 02:28 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Zvon wrote: I respect his confidence and all that but, jeeze, I hate to say this, but I'd rather he completely sit out 2014 and do all the proper training and workout things to return at 100% I second that emotion.

Zvon Jan 24 2014 02:35 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Benjamin Grimm wrote: Zvon wrote: In this light I hope we are not in the running come September. That's ridiculous. You know, you're right. I say that but I'd give anything for the Mets to be in the hunt come Sept.

Edgy MD Jan 24 2014 02:42 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

I'm sure it's possible that he can do all the right things and come back ahead of schedule while still obtaining responsible clearance from real doctors. Folks do it all the time. The big problem with the September scenario is the weeks he lost between the injury and the surgery. But let's be honest, everybody says they'll be back sooner than expected. I remember somebody (McEwing?) declaring that he didn't care about reports that his season was over, he knew in his heart he'd be back, failing to realize in his proclamation that the team had put him on the 60-day disabled list and there were less than 60 days left in the season. But you want the guy to be motivated. Rehab is hard. It's boring, it's lonely, and it's painful. Middle-aged folks sometimes love it because physical therapists are often young and fit and wear tight workout clothes and they touch you are are sometimes sexily strict, but in general, it's a big PitA, and focusing on a target, even (or especially) an unreasonably optimistic one, and celebrating your benchmarks are what gets you through it.

Frayed Knot Jan 24 2014 02:49 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

I believe Jeter was declared "ahead of schedule" about ten minutes after they wheeled him out of the surgical room.

d'Kong76 Jan 24 2014 02:55 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Edgy MD wrote: Middle-aged folks sometimes love it because physical therapists are often young and fit and wear tight workout clothes and they touch you Ah, last-summer flash backs. When she said to take off my shirt it was off before she finished the sentence.

Ashie62 Jan 24 2014 04:10 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

He's an eager young kid wh seems to be healing... There is about zero chance he will pitch this season. There really is no rush...

Nymr83 Jan 26 2014 04:41 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Looking at the Mets roster, its hard to see a situation where there are in a playoff race and in desperate need of starting pitching where they try to rush Harvey back. The formula for a Mets playoff race probably involves very strong starting pitching carrying the offensive offense along for the ride anyway.

Edgy MD Jan 26 2014 05:04 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

You don't need to be a desperate team to be one that could use a Matt Harvey.

Ashie62 Jan 27 2014 10:56 AM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Harvey says he hopes to begin playing catch by the end of February. He also mentioned that he is aware some players have come back from this procedure in 10 months but realizes any decision for him to pitch, or not pitch, comes from the "higher-ups" and not him.. He has youth on his side. I would not put it past him to surprise us in a positive way.

Benjamin Grimm Feb 08 2014 09:30 AM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

He plans to start throwing on February 22. He was told to wait until four months after the surgery, and that date is the four-month anniversary.

d'Kong76 Feb 17 2014 01:34 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

I didn't know Raplh had a child named KC! Mets' Matt Harvey faces his fate, deals with missing 2014 season Written by BILL WHITEHEAD Associated Press PORT ST. LUCIE, FLA. — Mets ace Matt Harvey has tried to remain optimistic the last four months, but even he sees the possibility of pitching in 2014 slipping away. The 24-year-old ace arrived at Mets spring training camp Sunday, had his reconstructed right elbow checked out and declared that everything was fine. However, the ultimate goal of returning this season to help the Mets be a contender in the National League East appears to be out of reach. “Everything’s going well, but it’s a little bit difficult of a day because I’m starting to realize the year’s not going to go the way I want it to,” said Harvey, addressing the media from the bench in the home dugout at the Mets’ training complex. Unlike teammate Eric Young Jr., who arrived happily at camp and enthusiastically shook hands, fist-bumped or hugged almost every player, Harvey was quiet and reserved. He seemed resigned in assessing his situation after having Tommy John surgery on his right elbow on Oct. 22. The first day at camp proved to be difficult, he said. “It’s hard. It’s hard seeing all the guys and seeing them put their uniforms on and realizing spring training’s going to go a little bit differently this year. Today’s definitely been a little bit of a struggle, but hopefully I’ll be back out there soon,” said Harvey, who was 9-5 with a 2.27 ERA in 26 outings last year and started the All-Star Game in his home ballpark — Citi Field. “I’ve come to the realization I just have to listen to (the doctors and trainers),” Harvey said. “Right now I just have to take things slow and do what they say.” In late August of his second season with the Mets, Harvey was diagnosed with a partial tear of his ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow. Initially he decided to rehab the injury, but in early October the 2010 first-round pick opted to have the surgery and begin the rehab process. “I knew the longer I waited the longer I’d be out and probably miss all of this year, so once I made the decision, I knew (returning in 2014) was not possible,” he said. Harvey doesn’t regret waiting two months to have surgery, and he hasn’t discussed the 2014 season with the organization. “I needed that time to make the decision and make sure it was the right one,” Harvey said. “I’m happy that I did things on my own time. Mentally, moving forward, that was a big thing for me to do.” “I haven’t talked to them in-depth about (coming back),” he added. “I know they don’t want me to push, and I’m definitely not going to force things to happen earlier.” Harvey will continue to prepare and try to be ready to return, but the Mets have the final say. “We’re still in the strength phase and trying to make sure flexibility and strength are there. We haven’t really talked about when I can throw, but it’s (the Mets’) decision, and I can only make sure I’m strong and flexible,” he said. Harvey said it will be difficult watching the games this year, especially since the Mets have shored up the roster by adding Curtis Granderson and Chris Young in the outfield and a few pitchers, most notably Bartolo Colon and Jose Valverde. “You know, I’d really like to be around them, learn and be able to help them with things that have been successful for me in the past,” Harvey said. “The more time I can spend with them and the team…maybe I can contribute in certain ways.” Mets to honor Kiner: The Mets will honor late broadcaster Ralph Kiner by wearing a uniform patch all season and having an on-field ceremony on Opening Day. The commemorative patch will be located on the right sleeve of the team’s jerseys in spring training and the regular season. Kiner, who joined the Mets’ broadcast team in the club’s inaugural season of 1962 after a 10-year Hall of Fame playing career, died on Feb. 6 at age 91. On March 31, the Mets will celebrate Kiner’s life during a pregame ceremony before their opening game against Washington at Citi Field. The ceremony will include a video tribute and the unveiling of the commemorative logo on the left-field wall. The Mets say Kiner’s children, Michael, Scott, K.C., Tracee, and Kimberlee, will participate in the ceremony. Kiner, one of the most beloved figures in franchise history, announced games on television and radio for 52 years and hosted the popular postgame show called “Kiner’s Korner.”

Frayed Knot Feb 21 2014 06:41 AM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Cleared to start throwing.

d'Kong76 Feb 21 2014 09:15 AM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Mets ace Matt Harvey cleared to play catch Written by JON SANTUCCI Associated Press PORT ST. LUCIE, FLA. — Mets ace Matt Harvey was cleared Thursday to start playing catch, only four months after reconstructive elbow surgery. The 24-year-old right-hander was examined by team doctor David Altchek at the Mets’ spring-training facility Wednesday. “He will start throwing soon,” Mets pitching coach Dan Warthen said. “He’ll play catch within the next couple days.” Harvey, who had surgery on Oct. 22, stretched with the pitchers and catchers on Thursday for the first time this spring. The Mets did not make him available for comment afterward, and general manager Sandy Alderson has firmly stated that he did not want Harvey’s rehab to be a major story this season. Harvey earlier said he would like to throw on Feb. 22 but has backed off those comments since arriving in camp late last week. Warthen did not have an exact date when he expects Harvey to start his throwing program. Harvey went 9-5 with a 2.27 ERA and 191 strikeouts in 2013, his first full season in the big leagues, and was the National League starter in the All-Star Game that was played at the Mets’ home stadium. Harvey struggled after the All-Star break, and the Mets announced he had a partial UCL tear in his right elbow on Aug. 26.

d'Kong76 Feb 21 2014 02:19 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Odd this thread is showing up on index with zero replies when there are at least a dozen.

d'Kong76 Feb 21 2014 02:21 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Odd this thread was showing up on index with zero replies when there are at least a dozen. Did anyone notice?

Lefty Specialist Feb 21 2014 02:35 PM Re: Remember Matt Harvey?

Checked with my doctor and I'm cleared to play catch as well. Now if only I could get rid of this damned snow.