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'Whatever it takes': Mets' Santana volunteers to pitch on three days rest

Associated Press

Friday, September 26, 2008

NEW YORK -- Johan Santana is ready to pitch on short rest Saturday if the New York Mets need him. Still fighting for a playoff spot, the Mets were undecided on a starter for Saturday against Florida. Injured right-hander John Maine has been sidelined since August, leaving a hole in the rotation, so New York has turned to rookie Jon Niese and journeyman Brandon Knight for crucial starts in September. But time is running out. The Mets entered Friday night's game against the Marlins tied with Mil ...

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