Why Mets pitching coach isn’t worried about starters’ short outings — yet

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Mets aren’t getting length from their starting pitchers just yet, but the early results have pleased team officials.

Overall, the Mets entered play Friday with a 2.10 ERA that ranked first in MLB. Much of that success has hinged upon a dominant bullpen, but Mets starting pitchers began the day with a 2.43 ERA, which also ranked first in MLB.