Of course they could. That’s not the same as saying they will, but why not?
Clayton Kershaw threw 94 pitches Tuesday in New York. They can’t go to him for an inning two days later?
Manager Don Mattingly was asked after Kershaw’s effort at Citi Field on Tuesday if the three-time Cy Young Award winner would be available out of the bullpen Thursday.
“I don't know,” Mattingly said. “He'll probably want to, but I haven't really thought of that scenario. But since the Mets might be listening, yes, he could pitch.”
Mets Manager Terry Collins said Wednesday back at Dodger Stadium that starters Noah Syndergaard and Matt Harvey would be available in the New York bullpen.