Mahle was charged with two runs (one earned) on two hits over 6.1 innings in a no-decision against the Cardinals in the first game of Sunday's doubleheader. He struck out five and did not issue a walk.
Mahle got 10 swinging strikes on 90 pitches and did not hand out a free pass, bringing his walk rate down to just 5.7 percent this season. It was an encouraging step forward for Mahle after he was injured and then demoted. He may not be a regular in the rotation yet, but the Reds will likely work Mahle in for a few more turns before the end of the season.