Gomber was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Heading into Sunday's game against the Nationals, Gomber hadn't given up a run this spring. However, the opposition was still able to get on base with ease against the 24-year-old. Over two games (five innings) he'd surrendered four hits and four walks. This caught up to him Sunday, as he allowed two runs during two innings of work.

Gomber was added to the Cardinals' 40-man roster Monday.

EDGE Analysis

The move protects Gomber from the Rule 5 draft. Although he struggled with control (issuing a career-high 51 walks), the 23-year-old southpaw still put together a strong season for Double-A Springfield in 2017, compiling a 3.34 ERA and 140 strikeouts in 143 innings as a starter. He'll likely open the year with Triple-A Memphis, though he could see some time with the big club as pitching depth.