Hellickson (back) (6-6) gave up five hits, an earned run and a walk over six innings in Friday's 4-3 victory over the Royals. He struck out six.

EDGE Analysis

The 29-year-old now has three straight quality starts, and has given up two earned runs over his last 12 innings. He stymied one of the tougher lineups in the Royals, inducing 16 swinging strikes along the way. Hellickson now has two consecutive victories, and has lowered his ERA in three consecutive trips to the mound. He'll try to keep the momentum going next Wednesday versus the Braves.