Bryan Shaw and Jake McGee have struggled at times in their role as the bridge between the starters and Ottavino and Davis. Chris Rusin has battled injuries and inconsistency in what has turned into a months-long battle to rediscover last season’s success.
In the midst of these early-season disappointments, left-handed rookie Harrison Musgrave has shown potential over a small sample size.
A starter by trade, Musgrave has the ability to go multiple innings if necessary, but that doesn’t mean he has to be limited to long relief.