Rodriguez did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing two runs on four hits and one walk over five innings against the Rangers. He struck out five.

EDGE Analysis

Rodriguez walked the first batter he saw in his MLB debut and got hit hard in the first inning, allowing two runs on two hits. However, the rookie settled down after a rough first and posted four scoreless frames to keep Baltimore in the game against Jacob deGrom. Rodriguez should draw at least one more start with Kyle Bradish (foot) on the 15-day injured list, but the 2018 first-round pick will have to perform as he's not assured of sticking around the big leagues. He figures to pitch again early next week against Oakland.