Mariners starting pitcher Vidal Nuno allowed three runs on six hits over five innings in a no-decision Tuesday against the Astros. He struck out five and didn't walk a batter.
As has been the case all year for Nuno, he pitched well other than allowing a home run. The blast was his 14th allowed in just nine starts, and his 1.52 HR/9 is the main thing keeping Nuno from turning into a quality pitcher. He has been good enough when keeping the ball in the yard to still own a 3.80 ERA, but time is running out for him to prove he can fix this problem.