Tomlin (5-2) took a rare complete-game loss, yielding four hits and two earned runs in a 2-0 loss to the Royals on Tuesday. He struck out six.

EDGE Analysis

It was the epitome of a tough-luck start for Tomlin, who was unable to receive any run support from an Indians offense that was shut down by multiple Royals pitchers. Tomlin actually notched his second complete game in three September appearances, and struck out six batters for the third consecutive start. The veteran right-hander had notched five consecutive victories prior to Tuesday, and had pitched extremely well overall since arthroscopic surgery on the AC joint in his right shoulder delayed his 2015 debut until Aug. 15. Tomlin's walk-free effort on Tuesday also marked the fourth time in his last fifth starts that he has not surrendered a free pass, a key factor in his outstanding 0.68 wHIP metric. Tomlin's next trip to the mound will likely be a home tilt against the White Sox on Sept. 19.