Rockies pitcher Jordan Lyles might have to blow the team away in the spring in order to break camp as a member of the rotation, and his first start did not make a persuavive argument in his favor.
Lyles was a bit rusty, giving up two runs in his two innings of work, though only one was earned. He was tagged for three hits, but did not walk any batters while striking out one.
Lyles was acquired in an offseason trade from the Astros, and the Rockies reportedly feel he was rushed to the majors. Lyles posted a 5.59 ERA in 141 2/3 innings a year ago, his third straight year with an ERA above 5.00.