Mlodzinski's starter role a liability for Pirates
The Pirates have dropped all three games Mlodzinski has started this month, highlighting a stark split between his starter and reliever performance.
Carmen Mlodzinski lasted just 3 innings against Detroit, allowing 4 earned runs on 8 hits. Pittsburgh lost 8-5, their third consecutive loss in a game he started this month. His ERA as a starter sits at 5.85 across 52.1 innings, compared to a 2.15 ERA in 50.1 innings out of the bullpen. The performance gap raises questions about whether the Pirates should continue using him in a starting role.
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