Marcus Ortega-Chacon posted a new career-high in strikeouts on Thursday. He struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and five unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances.
Looking ahead, Ortega-Chacon and Cortez will square off against Washington at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. Cortez has been struggling on the road and they will enter the matchup having lost four straight away games. Will Ortega-Chacon and Co. be able to turn things around? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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