Jason Alexander threw six shutout innings in a win over the Twins on Tuesday, allowing four hits and one walk while striking out four.
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Jason Alexander delivered a strong performance with six shutout innings against the Twins, allowing just four hits and one walk with four strikeouts. He was called up on short notice after Lance McCullers was scratched due to shoulder inflammation, and Alexander responded with effective pitching, throwing 63% strikes with an 11% swinging strike rate.
Alexander wasn't even scheduled to start this game, but was thrust into the role when Lance McCullers was scratched with shoulder inflammation. Alexander responded by throwing 63 percent strikes with an 11 percent swinging strike rate. He faced mainly left-handed hitters in this one, getting ahead early with the four-seamer and then using the changeup down for whiffs. It remains to be seen if he will stick in the rotation, but it seems likely that McCullers will head to the injured list, which would free up a spot for Alexander.