Chris Archer pitched five shutout innings in the Pirates' 6-5 extra innings loss to the Cardinals on Monday. He allowed two hits, walked three, and struck out eight in the no decision.
Fantasy Impact
The slider was working for Archer in this one, and this type of start is exactly what peak Archer is capable of achieving. Still, inefficiency did Archer in today, as it took him 99 pitches to get through five innings, and his bullpen ultimately blew what would've been a win for Archer. He'll search for that first win in his next start Sunday against the Reds.