Drew Anderson - Works in tandem with Spencer HowardAnderson tossed five innings of long relief in Thursday's 9-8 loss to the Mariners, giving up one run on five hits and one walk while striking out three. He didn't factor into the...ImpactTaylor Hearn had worked as a tandem starter with Howard in both of the latter's first two turns through the Texas rotation, but after Hearn earned his own spot in the team's six-man rotation, Anderson stepped in to piggyback Howard. The Rangers appear content to cap Howard at around 3-to-4 innings in each of his starts, so Anderson should continue to be called upon to work in bulk relief behind him, especially after the 27-year-old right-hander pitched effectively versus Seattle.
AUGUST 21, 2021•ROTOWIRE