Matt Harvey (elbow), whose innings are expected to be limited this year, might have a 10-day midsummer hiatus, during which he is skipped for two starts, Newsday reports.

Harvey (elbow), whose innings are expected to be limited this year, might have a 10-day midsummer hiatus, during which he is skipped for two starts, Newsday reports.

Analysis:

The Mets want to keep Harvey under 200 innings but also have him available if they are trying to make or have reached the postseason. By skipping Harvey twice around the All-Star break it might enable the Mets to accomplish those goals, though this plan is not set in stone.