Diamondbacks starting pitcher Patrick Corbin continued to try to prove himself worthy of the fifth starter's role Friday, as he pitched five solid innings against the Indians. Corbin allowed two runs in the game, after walking the bases loaded in the third inning and allowing a two-run single. He was solid otherwise, scattering three hits, while striking out four batters.
Corbin lowered his ERA to 3.66 in six spring outings, with 19 strikeouts and just seven walks in 19 2/3 innings. Corbin posted a 4.54 ERA in 22 appearances last season with the Diamondbacks, but is stuck in a battle with Randall Delgado for the final spot in the rotation.