Since Mike Leake pitched his last game in a Reds uniform on July 28, the team’s starting rotation has been comprised of five rookies: Anthony DeSclafani (25), Michael Lorenzen (23), Raisel Iglesias (25), Keyvius Sampson (24) and David Holmberg (24). DeSclafani has pitched the entire season, making a team-high 22 starts. Lorenzen was promoted in late April to take Homer Bailey’s spot and has made 16 starts. Iglesias spent time in the minor leagues, the Reds bullpen and on the disabled list. He essentially replaced Jason Marquis and has made 9 starts. Sampson and Holmberg were the guys called up to replace Johnny Cueto and Leake.
The kids are all right
