Jeff Locke allowed two runs on eight hits over eight innings but settled for a no-decision against the Diamondbacks on Tuesday. Locke gave up eight singles and walked one, striking out three in the outing. The only damage against him came in the fifth inning, when the Diamondbacks were able to string together three consecutive hits for both runs. Despite not earning the win, Locke has been terrific this year -- after Tuesday's effort, the left-hander has a 3.46 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and a 26/5 K/BB ratio over 41 2/3 innings. He's not in must-own territory, but the 26-year-old has become a mixed league option with his pitching of late. Locke will toe the slab again Sunday against the Phillies.

Jeff Locke yielded two runs in six innings in a no-decision against the Reds on Thursday. Both runs scored on sacrifice flies. Locke held the Reds to just three hits and a walk and struck out a pair. The 26-year-old southpaw has pitched well since joining the rotation earlier this month, allowing two earned runs or less in all three of his starts while posting a 14/2 K/BB ratio over 21 innings. He makes for a solid streaming option next week against the light-hitting Rays.

Jeff Locke held the Marlins to two runs over eight innings Friday, but was handed a no-decision. It was the longest start of his major league career, but the bullpen his chance at a victory in the ninth inning. Locke gave up seven hits (including a solo homer to Giancarlo Stanton) and no walks while notching seven strikeouts. He has allowed just three runs with a 12/1 K/BB ratio in 15 innings over two starts since coming up from the minors. We wouldn't trust Locke in mixed leagues quite yet, but he's gaining momentum once again.

Jeff Locke allowed one run on three hits over seven innings but took a tough-luck loss against the Brewers on Sunday. Locke and Yovani Gallardo squared off in a pitchers' duel, and an Aramis Ramirez RBI groundout in Locke's final inning of work proved to be the difference. The start was still much better than Locke's first go-round with the club, when he allowed six runs in a spot start. With Gerrit Cole on the disabled list, Locke will surely get another look. That start will most likely be Friday at the Marlins.

Pirates recalled LHP Jeff Locke from Triple-A Indianapolis. Locke will start on Sunday against the Brewers in place of the injured Gerrit Cole (shoulder), and it's possible he'll remain in the rotation for a while if Cole has to miss significant time. The left-hander allowed six runs over 5 1/3 innings in a spot start earlier this season. He holds a 4.02 ERA with 47 strikeouts across 56 frames for Indianapolis this year.

The Pirates will recall Jeff Locke to start against the Brewers on Sunday. With Gerrit Cole dealing with shoulder fatigue, Locke will get a look. The southpaw was hit hard in a spot start on May 6, allowing six runs in 5 1/3 innings.

Pirates optioned LHP Jeff Locke to Triple-A Indianapolis. Locke was hit hard in a spot-start Monday against the Giants, allowing six runs in 5 1/3 innings. He should be back in the big leagues again before long.

Jeff Locke is expected to be optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis on Tuesday. Locke gave up six runs in 5 1/3 innings Monday in a spot-start against the Giants. The Pirates are expected to add a reliever to take his spot on the roster.

Jeff Locke, called up before the game, gave up six runs in 5 1/3 innings Monday against the Giants. Locke might head right back to Triple-A after this one. He could have some NL-only value later on, but it's not meant to be right now.

Pirates recalled LHP Jeff Locke from Triple-A Indianapolis. Locke will make his first major league start of 2014 on Monday night against the Giants. He does not have good numbers this year at Triple-A and is only getting the nod because Wandy Rodriguez (knee) needs more rehab. The 2013 National League All-Star is a poor fantasy bet.