Mahle (2-4) earned a win and a quality start Friday against the Pirates, striking out eight batters across six innings while allowing two runs on five hits and a walk.

EDGE Analysis

It was a refreshingly strong performance from Mahle, who hadn't recorded a quality start in any of his first seven starts of the year. He allowed one run on a Ben Gamel solo shot in the first inning and another on a Ke'Bryan Hayes double in the third, but it was on the whole a very encouraging performance from the right-hander. That follows a start his last time out in which he allowed two runs on just one hit across five frames, though that outing also came against the Pirates. Whether or not he can keep that momentum going against a tougher opponent Wednesday in Cleveland remains to be seen.

Mahle allowed two runs on one hit and three walks over five innings in Sunday's win over Pittsburgh. He struck out six and did not factor in the decision.

EDGE Analysis

Mahle had lost his previous four starts and was in line to make it five before the Reds' offense took over in the sixth inning. The only damage against him was Michael Perez's two-run shot in the second inning. Mahle needed 106 pitches (63 strikes) to get through five frames. He'll carry a 6.46 ERA into a rematch in Pittsburgh next week.

Mahle (1-4) took the loss to the Brewers on Tuesday. He was charged with five runs (four earned) on four hits and three walks with two strikeouts over 3.1 innings.

EDGE Analysis

Willy Adames' three-run homer in the third inning accounted for most of the damage against Mahle, though the right-hander was inefficient throughout, needing 92 pitches to record his 10 outs. The Reds are now a disastrous 3-20 on the season and Mahle is pitching uninspired ball. He's taken the loss in four consecutive outings, and if he can't get on track soon, Mahle could end up on the waiver wire in a lot of fantasy leagues.

Mahle (1-3) took the loss to the Padres on Thursday, allowing three runs on six hits and two walks over 5.1 innings. He struck out five.

EDGE Analysis

Mahle allowed a first-inning run but was able to settle down and scattered two hits across the next four innings. However, he surrendered a leadoff double to Manny Machado in the sixth and was taken out after walking Eric Hosmer. Both runners came around to score as the Padres notched a four-run sixth inning to reclaim the lead. After tossing five scoreless in his first outing, Mahle has allowed multiple runs in four consecutive outings and has taken the loss in each of his last three starts.

Mahle (1-2) took the loss to the Cardinals on Saturday, allowing two runs on five hits and three walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out three.

EDGE Analysis

Mahle kept the Reds in it for most of the afternoon despite not having his best stuff. He got no help from his offense, and after Saturday's loss, the team's losing streak now sits at 11 games. Mahle's numbers leave a lot to be desired, especially after three earned runs were added to his April 12 line following a scoring change (error to base hit). History tells us his numbers will improve, but unfortunately it looks like Mahle will face a constant uphill battle, barring a trade.

Mahle (1-1) was handed the loss during Saturday's 9-1 defeat at the hands of the Dodgers, allowing seven runs on seven hits and two walks with five strikeouts in 3.2 innings.

EDGE Analysis

Mahle started strong by facing 10 batters total through the first three innings, but Los Angeles got to him in the fourth with seven runs and eight baserunners before he was pulled. It was a disastrous third start for the 28-year-old, who performed well in his first two starts, though he's now failed to make it past five innings in any appearance. He's currently slated to take the mound against the Cardinals on Saturday for his next start.

Mahle was charged with four runs (one earned) on four hits and two walks while striking out four over four innings in a no-decision against the Guardians on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Mahle got the win in Atlanta on Opening Day, but his issues at Great American Ball Park continue. This time it was mostly bad luck -- Mahle struck out Oscar Mercado to begin the third inning, but the pitch got by Tyler Stephenson and Mercado reached base. Mahle committed a fielding error shortly thereafter and then Jose Ramirez drove in two on a triple after Nick Senzel and Tommy Pham collided in the outfield. Mahle needs to put this one behind him in a hurry as a matchup with the mighty Dodgers in Los Angeles looms this weekend.

Mahle (1-0) gave up an unearned run on three hits and two walks over five innings to take the win over Atlanta on Thursday. He struck out seven.

EDGE Analysis

The right-hander racked up 16 swinging strikes in the outing and did not yield any extra-base hits. The only run the Braves scored against him came on a third-inning infield single that was accompanied by a throwing error. Mahle is off to a strong start following last season's breakthrough campaign that included 13 wins, a 3.75 ERA and a 10.5 K/9. His second start is likely to come at home against Cleveland early next week.

Manager David Bell named Mahle as the starter for Cincinnati's season opener against Atlanta on April 7, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sonny Gray was recently traded to the Twins and Luis Castillo is down with a shoulder injury, so Mahle will start Opening Day for the Reds. The 27-year-old entrenched himself in Cincinnati's rotation last season with a 3.75 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 210:64 K:BB across 180 innings (33 starts).

Mahle agreed to a one-year, $5.2 million contract with the Reds on Tuesday to avoid arbitration, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mahle will receive a $3 million raise for 2022 in his second year of arbitration eligibility. The 27-year-old apparently isn't on the trade block despite Cincinnati's recent trades, so he's a lock for the rotation after posting a 3.75 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 210:64 K:BB over 180 innings (33 starts) last season.