From Richard Durrett of ESPN Dallas comes word that the Rangers are skipping Matt Harrison’s scheduled Tuesday start against the Rays in an effort to limit the 25-year-old’s rising innings total. Scott Feldman, a reliever, will take the mound instead.
Harrison threw just 85 2/3 innings last season between the minor and major leagues. This year, he’s already up to 153 total frames.
The young and talented left-hander spoke about the decision with reporters on Saturday afternoon:
“You’re not happy with having to skip a start, especially near the end of the season. But they think that’s what is best for me. I’ll stay active in the bullpen. I understand it. They were honest with me, so I can’t complain.”
Harrison has an impressive 3.59 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 103/49 K/BB ratio through 25 starts this year.
