Mets' Santana ready to go on short rest (AP)

[ASFN Admin]

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.

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