Locke allowed three runs (two earned) on five hits, walking seven and striking out four but didn't make it out of the fifth inning in an 8-4 loss to the Brewers on Friday night.

EDGE Analysis

It could have been much worse for Locke (0-1, 2.53 ERA) as he pitched with men on base throughout the abbreviated outing. He worked on simplifying his delivery this spring, and there have been some encouraging results at times, but Locke is a finesse pitcher so missing his spots frequently is a recipe for disaster until he gets everything in synch. He'll hope for better next time out when he faces the Padres in PETCO Park.