He won his first game on July 27 of that year against the Atlanta Braves-in five innings of work, he walked four, struck out two, and gave up six hits but still managed a win. He completed his first game on September 23 against the Colorado Rockies-albeit a shortened game. He finished his rookie season with a 6–6 record and a 3.23 ERA.
A pitcher achieved his initial success on July 27 of that year, defeating the Atlanta Braves in five innings, despite allowing four walks, two strikeouts, and six hits. He accomplished his first completion on September 23 against the Colorado Rockies, although it was a shortened game. The rookie season ended with a 6–6 record and a 3.23 ERA.