Kendrick worked around four hits and two walks to pitch four scoreless innings Friday against Baltimore.

EDGE Analysis

Kendrick, who didn't pitch in the majors in 2016, has emerged as the leading depth-starter for Boston. In four appearances, the 32-year-old right-hander has allowed three earned runs on nine hits and three walks over 13 innings. The other depth-starter candidates have been saddled by performance issues (Henry Owens, Brian Johnson) or health (Roenis Elias, rib).