The Arizona Diamondbacks optioned pitcher Tyler Skaggs to Triple-A Reno, one day after he started the first game of a Monday’s doubleheader against the Rangers.
The lefty struck out nine and allowed three hits in six scoreless innings, and sported an improved change and biting curveball. He was recalled to replace Ian Kennedy.
“His change-up was lights out, so he had three pitches going,” manager Kirk Gibson told reporters Monday. “With [the Rangers], they’re very aggressive. They hit the fastball well. If you get behind, you’ve got to throw fastball. They’re going to pound you. It was great.”