Despite touching 100 mph Tuesday, Kuhl appeared to be dealing with back issues during his outing against the Nationals.

EDGE Analysis

Head trainer Todd Tomczyk visited with the righty in the first inning after he struggled to get loose. Even though Kuhl is averaging less than five innings over his first seven starts, he doesn't appear to be in jeopardy of losing his rotation spot -- unless his back causes more problems. Lefties are batting .414 in 58 at-bats against Kuhl.