NEW YORK -- Matt Harvey took to the Citi Field mound again on Friday afternoon, midway between his latest loss and his next big test, and for the second time in two weeks, asked an empty stadium for answers.
The Mets believe they've pinpointed the root of Harvey's issues -- a mechanical flaw that flares up as he pitches deeper into games. Only a few Mets are aware of the specifics of the habit that's led to Harvey's 7.56 May ERA. Manager Terry Collins and pitching coach Dan Warthen headline an exclusive group that includes Matt Reynolds and Alejandro De Aza, who were summoned to stand in against Harvey and report on his progress.