For the last, let’s call it 15 years, starting pitchers have seen a reduction in the number of innings they pitch. Early in the season, Huascar Brazoban and Max Kranick were multi-inning relievers pitching at the top of their game. Intentions were to have enough starting pitching to get through this season. It’s those middle innings that have been the toughest for Mets pitchers to handle. When summoned from the bullpen, we’ve regularly season relievers let things get out of hand.