3 years agoLos Angeles Angels starting pitcher Chris Rodriguez (2-1) picked up the loss in Monday's 4-1 defeat to the Texas Rangers, although he did collect a quality start. He threw six innings, struck out seven, issued two walks, and allowed four runs (three earned). He started the seventh but was pulled quickly after allowing a double and a single to start the inning. It was Rodriguez's first career start and his first MLB appearance since being optioned to Double-A in June. For the year, he has a 3.86 ERA with 27 K and 13 BB while allowing no home runs in 25.2 IP. As of now, the Angels have seven potential starters on the active roster, so it's unclear what their plan is. But given his age (23) and the struggles of other pitchers, he should be given the opportunity to continue in the rotation. Chris Rodriguez isn't talented enough to be a must-add and fantasy managers should wait and see if he can stick in the rotation before picking him up.--Spencer Seguin - RotoBaller
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