Richard threw five innings of one-run ball Friday versus the Dodgers, striking out four and walking just one. He did not factor into the decision.

EDGE Analysis

Richard scattered 10 baserunners during Friday's start, but he escaped further damage by allowing just one extra-base hit and stranding nine men. He was pulled after throwing 82 pitches, 55 of which went for strikes, and he lowered his ERA to 3.29 for the season. He has been strong over his last four starts, posting a 1.17 ERA in 23 innings over that span, and he will have the opportunity to build on his recent success Thursday versus the Rockies.