Rodriguez allowed three runs on four hits and two walks while striking out five batters through 5.2 innings during Monday's loss to Cleveland. He didn't factor into the decision.
The young lefty has struggled to find consistency since returning from the disabled list July 17; he posted a 4.78 ERA and 1.47 WHIP during that six-game stretch even before Monday's uninspiring outing. Rodriguez has maintained an excellent strikeout rate all season (9.8 K/9), and pitching for a winning team is an added bonus. However, considering his recent form, it's not out of the question to use him conservatively according to his matchups. Rodriguez projects to face the Orioles at Fenway Park in his next start.