CHICAGO: Indians starting pitcher Josh Tomlin was named the No. 5 starter out of spring training. From there, he’s been making a case to be included on the American League All-Star team.
With Tuesday’s 6-2 win over the Chicago White Sox, Tomlin improved to 7-0 this season, giving him the most wins in the AL without a loss. He’s also the first Indians pitcher to start a season 7-0 since Dennis Martinez started the 1995 season 9-0.
In eight starts, Tomlin has a 3.35 ERA, 36 strikeouts and only six walks in 51 innings pitched. His WHIP (walks plus hits per inning pitched) is his calling card.