Matt Harvey had a good night, so what's next?

Last night in Triple-A, during a game that was televised on SNY, Mets pitching prospect Matt Harvey let up two runs and three hits, while walking four, with 100 pitches, in 6.2 innings.

This past weekend, Terry Collins said that Harvey or Miguel Batista will most likely start next Saturday's game against the Dodgers at Citi Field.

According to Collins, last night's start was essentially an 'audition,' since J.P. Ricciardi and other team representatives were on hand to watch Harvey, who did not allow a hit through his first five innings last night.

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Matthew Cerrone: I don't think the Mets have made a decision on this, at least not before last night's start. My sense is they'll regroup today and hammer out a plan. I bet Harvey is pitching for the Mets by at least game one in Arizona next Thursday. The question is: Does he make his debut there, or at Citi Field this Saturday? Personally, I would start Batista at home, give Harvey one more start for Buffalo, then have him meet up with the team in Arizona (away from New York) to ease in to the situation.

Last night, after Harvey's start, I talked to a scout I trust who said he believes Harvey is ready to be promoted. He has shown a slight improvement in his command of late, the scout said, though he could simply be in a good groove. In either case, this scout believes there is no questioning Harvey's 'stuff,' at this point it's simply a matter of him pitching for the Mets, gaining experience, learning from coaches and players and becoming more confident.

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Harvey told reporters after the game that he believes he is ready to pitch in the big leagues. 'Today I obviously wasn't happy with as many walks,' he added. However, 'I feel like my last couple of starts have been pretty good, and I'm feeling confident with all of my pitches.'

In Adam Rubin's opinion, which he states on his blog for ESPN New York, 'If the Mets are purely interested in Harvey's development, they would give him a little extra time in Triple-A. He may be the best option to start against the Dodgers, but it does not mean it's the proper option.'

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Vinny Cartiglia: This is such a tough call' and most fans I speak too feel the same way. Personally, I would hedge the vote slightly in favor of bringing up Harvey.  That said, since most fans (including myself) haven't seen Harvey pitch in person, I believe it's more the idea of bringing up a prospect that has us excited, and it's hard not to let my emotions get the best of me.