Mets GM Sandy Alderson said Tuesday that Harvey (elbow) will be in the rotation to begin the year, Adam Rubin of ESPNNewYork.com reports.

Mets GM Sandy Alderson said Tuesday that Harvey (elbow) will be in the rotation to begin the year, Adam Rubin of ESPNNewYork.com reports.

Analysis:

Harvey's innings will reportedly be capped next season, but a specific limit has not been determined and the team has ruled out a late start as a way to conserve frames. Alderson said last week that a late-season shutdown was an option, but the team will likely do whatever it can to avoid losing Harvey for the stretch run. Shelving him for a couple weeks during the season or simply abbreviating several of his outings seem like more realistic options.