Mets' Bartolo Colon: To start Saturday on short rest

Colon will start Saturday on short rest against the Rockies, Newsday's Marc Carig reports.

Analysis:

It seemed that the Mets would have to call upon a spot starter for Saturday's game following Monday's postponement and Tuesday's subsequent doubleheader. However, the lack of effort in Colon's delivery and fact that he was pulled after 87 pitches Tuesday will allow him to take the ball Saturday on three day's rest at home against the Rockies. It may not be the ideal time to deploy him in daily leagues, given the matchup and the fact that he won't be on normal rest, but those who have been using Colon in season-long formats can continue to do so.