Matz (3-1) picked up the win Monday after he tossed six scoreless innings, allowing four hits while striking out four in the victory over the Royals.
Matz looked strong Monday, outdueling Zack Greinke in what was a 1-0 win. It was the second time this season he didn't walk a batter and his first quality start of the campaign. Matz has been a mixed bag this season, giving up 11 runs in seven innings across two starts but surrendering just one run over 16.2 frames in his other three outings. Matz now sports a 4.56 ERA and 1.44 WHIP heading into the second month of the season.