Nicolino allowed just one run on six hits and a walk while striking out five batters over six innings during Sunday's win over Atlanta. He didn't factor into the decision.
Allowing 10 baserunners over six innings and holding Atlanta to a single run was probably a little lucky, but this was a sound season debut from the 25-year-old lefty. Nicolino posted a 4.52 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 3.5 K/9 through 153.1 innings over 30 games the past two seasons, so he'll need to string together a few more solid outings before he's a trustworthy fantasy asset. If Nicolino sticks in the rotation for another start, he'll line up to face Los Angeles at Dodger Stadium.