Cain (3-6) did not allow a hit or a run over five innings of work, walking four and striking out five in a win over the Nationals on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

It was an odd stat line to say the least. Usually a pitcher isn't lifted from a no-hit bid without at least hitting the 100-pitch mark. Unique circumstances called for this decision, as the Giants were building up Cain's arm strength just three starts removed from the disabled list. Cain didn't help himself, only throwing 48 of his 93 pitches for strikes. All-in-all, it was a solid outing from the big righty as he picked up his second win in as many starts. His season ERA still sits at 5.53 and lackluster strikeout totals (6.56 K/9) make him an unappealing option in standard formats.